December compromise finally revives the SCAF demonstrator 2027
At the December summit, Paris, Berlin, and Madrid unblocked the SCAF: financing for the next phase, industrial sharing, and a commitment to a demonstrator in […]
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SCAF at an impasse between political ambitions and industrial obstacles
The SCAF program, intended to replace the Rafale and Eurofighter, is stalling. Contested leadership, industrial differences, and delayed decisions are undermining the European fighter jet. […]
Europe’s space survival hangs in the balance between Ariane 6 and startups
Between Ariane 6, Vega-C, and the arrival of micro-launchers, Europe’s space sovereignty is at stake. Budgets, delays, and private competition have created a decisive moment. […]
A single European sixth-generation fighter jet: a necessary gamble?
In light of the SCAF and GCAP programs, the idea of a single European production of a sixth-generation fighter jet poses significant budgetary, industrial, and […]
Purchases of American aircraft that weaken Europe
Europe is increasing its purchases of F-35s and F-16s at the expense of its own fighter jets. What are the figures, what are the industrial […]
Europe aims for space autonomy with the European Resilience from Space (ERS) program
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking more than €1 billion for the ERS program, which will combine observation, positioning, and secure communications starting in […]
Drones to replace US forces in Europe
The US Army is considering replacing its heavy brigades in Europe with expeditionary drone units, which are more mobile and less expensive. Summary For nearly […]
Bulgaria receives €3.26 billion from the European SAFE program
Sofia secures €3.2617 billion through the EU’s SAFE instrument. Mechanism, timetable, capacity priorities, and geostrategic effects: a pragmatic analysis based on figures. The European Commission […]
European defense procurement exceeds $116 billion: major political and industrial challenges
The EU anticipates more than €100 billion in military acquisitions in 2025. Who is leading the way, how, and what are the industrial and political […]
US stealth drone soon to be operational in Europe
The XQ-58A Valkyrie could be in service with the Luftwaffe by 2029 thanks to a partnership between Airbus and Kratos, with potential sales across Europe. […]