The French DGA orders Syderal, an anti-drone laser ready for 2030
The DGA signs an order for Syderal, an innovative anti-drone laser system. Background, technical ambitions, budget, and deployment schedule The context of a strategic order […]
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A look back at the missions carried out by French Rafale and Mirage aircraft to intercept drones in the Middle East
France has confirmed the interception of around ten drones in the Middle East by Rafale and Mirage 2000-5F aircraft. Context, missions, resources, detailed assessment. Operational […]
The Mirage IV, France’s first strategic nuclear bomber
Designed in the 1950s, the Mirage IV was France’s first nuclear aircraft, a pillar of deterrence and a symbol of French air power. The historical […]
The French Air and Space Force has redeployed two Mirage 2000D RMVs to Djibouti.
Strategic deployment of modernized Mirage 2000D RMVs to Djibouti to strengthen security, air support, and cooperation in the Horn of Africa. Background to the deployment […]
France mobilizes A400M aircraft to evacuate its citizens from Israel
France is mobilizing A400M aircraft to evacuate its citizens from Israel to Cyprus amid rising security tensions in the Middle East. The French government has […]
France accuses Beijing of campaigns against Rafale
Paris suspects China of conducting a secret operation to undermine Rafale export sales, particularly in Indonesia. A serious accusation with strategic implications According to recent […]
The French army is overusing its Rafale aircraft by 15%
The French army is overusing its Rafale aircraft by 15% due to a lack of resources following sales to Greece and Croatia and deliveries of […]
RJ10 anti-radar missile: the Rafale F5 adopts a new doctrine
The future RJ10 missile will propel the Rafale F5 into a new strategic role, based on long-range engagement and coordination with drones. The Rafale F5, […]
Is France really ready for war ?
As tensions in Europe rise, we take a good look at France’s readyness for war. Is France really ready for war ? As Europe confronts […]
FCAS: Paris demands new industrial division of the project
France is asking its partners to revise the industrial division of the FCAS program to guarantee delivery of the fighter jet from 2040. France has […]