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Aerial Defeat and Denial: India’s Rafale Controversy Exposes Deeper Fault Lines in Military Readiness

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is under fire—not just from enemy fighters, but from a growing chorus of questions about its preparedness, procurement strategy, and pride in the Rafale. The French-built fighter jet, once hailed as India’s technological trump card,...
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Indonesia’s “Strategic Gamble” on Rafale Fighters Comes Under Scrutiny in Beijing-Backed Reports Linking Deal to Indo-Pak Conflict

Just over a week after a brief but intense military confrontation between Pakistan and India, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister has landed in Beijing. The timing is no coincidence. The visit is freighted with implications about military alliances, strategic dependencies, and the...
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Indonesia’s Rafale fighter jet Deal: French Rafale fighter Jets Under Scrutiny as Indonesia Pauses on Billion-Dollar Purchase Over Combat Performance Doubts

Indonesia’s ambitious US$8.1 billion deal to procure 42 Rafale multirole fighter jets from France has hit turbulence amid shocking allegations of the aircraft’s underperformance in recent India-Pakistan hostilities. Reports claiming that three Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafales were shot down...
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MiG-29K to Rafale-M: India Retires MiG-29Ks in Favor of Rafale-M Fighters Under $7.4 Billion France Deal

In a landmark defense agreement reflecting deepening strategic ties and a shifting geopolitical landscape, India signed a $7.4 billion deal with France for the purchase of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets. The deal, finalized after months of negotiation, will see...
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Rafale, Mirage, and Jaguar Jets: Indian Air Force’s Unique French Trio Prepares for Potential Conflict With Pakistan

The barbaric terror attack in Kashmir on April 22 has shaken India to its core. Carried out by "The Resistance Front," an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, the attack has ignited intense public anger and internal calls for a decisive military...
French Paratroopers Embrace Ukraine-Inspired FPV Drone Warfare

French Paratroopers Embrace Ukraine-Inspired FPV Drone Warfare

The French Army is making a significant leap in modernizing its combat tactics, drawing direct inspiration from the ongoing war in Ukraine. In April, the 11th Parachute Brigade—France’s elite airborne combat unit—completed an advanced training program focused on the use...
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​Greece Deepens Franco-Hellenic Defense Ties with New Exocet Missile Deal Amid Broader Military Modernization Efforts​

In a significant move to bolster its maritime defense capabilities, Greece has signed an agreement with France to acquire 16 Exocet MM40 Block 3C anti-ship missiles. The deal, formalized in Athens on April 14, 2025, by Greek Defense Minister Nikos...
French Army Greenlights AI-Driven Enhancements for Leclerc XLR Main Battle Tank

French Army Greenlights AI-Driven Enhancements for Leclerc XLR Main Battle Tank

In a landmark move for armored warfare, KNDS France has announced that the Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA), the French Army Procurement Agency, has formally authorized the integration of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) observation capabilities into the commander's sight of...
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Peacekeeping Troops in Ukraine: A Decision for Kyiv, Not Moscow, Says Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed that the deployment of peacekeeping troops in Ukraine, as proposed by Britain and France as part of a ceasefire agreement with Russia, is a decision for Kyiv alone. In an interview with French regional...
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Indo-French Defense Ties: From Gnat to Rafale; How the Indian Air Force’s Evolving Fleet Has Bolstered National Defense Against China and Pakistan

The Indo-French defense relationship, a cornerstone of strategic cooperation, spans decades, originating in the 1950s when India acquired its first French fighter aircraft, the Toofani. Over the years, this partnership has grown into a robust alliance with notable acquisitions like...
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