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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...
Rafale fighter jets

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...
BrahMos missile system

​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...
Emmanuel Macron

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...
Rafale M fighter aircraft operating on France's aircraft carrier

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...
Talios pod mounted on a Dassault Rafale

Thales Integrates Advanced AI Technology into Talios Laser Designation Pod for Rafale Jets

French defense technology giant Thales has unveiled a cutting-edge upgrade to its Talios laser designation pod, a critical system for Dassault Aviation’s Rafale fighter jets, by incorporating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. This innovation, set to debut with the Rafale...
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier Secures Temporary Reprieve Amid Budget Crisis

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier won a brief respite in his uphill battle to secure approval for the country’s 2025 budget and maintain his government’s shaky hold on power. This comes after S&P Global Ratings reaffirmed its AA- credit rating...
Japanese Yen (JPY)

Japanese Investors Shift Toward German Bonds Amid Concerns Over French Debt

Japanese investors made a significant pivot in their European bond investments this September, buying the largest volume of German sovereign debt in over five years while simultaneously selling French bonds for the fifth consecutive month. This shift underscores Japan’s mounting...
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