Mistral Pushes Back on Pope Leo’s Criticism of Military AI
The French AI firm argues advanced defense technologies are essential for security amid growing geopolitical competition.
Norway to Join France-Led Nuclear Deterrence Program
The leaders of France and Norway said on Wednesday that Oslo will join a Paris-led nuclear deterrence scheme to bolster security on the continent.
France to Gain AI-Enabled Radar Interceptor for Smarter SIGINT Ops
France is getting a fresh boost in its electronic warfare capabilities as the French Directorate General of Armaments ordered a next-gen radar interceptor from Eviden.
Thales Conducts First Live-Fire Test of X-Fire Launcher for French LRU Replacement
Thales has completed the first live-fire tests of the X-Fire launcher, which it developed with Soframe and positioned to replace France’s aging LRU systems.
Indonesia Advances Domestic Scorpene Submarine Program to Pre-Production
Jakarta’s state-owned company PT PAL has moved to the pre-production stage of Scorpene-class diesel-electric attack submarines for the Indonesian Navy.
Macron Warns Belarus Against Involvement in Ukraine War: Source
French President Emmanuel Macron warned Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko against an involvement in Russia's war against Ukraine, a source close to Macron said.
Naval Group Debuts Second French Navy FDI Frigate
Naval Group has launched the French Navy’s second Frégate de Défense et d’Intervention frigate, the Amiral Louzeau (D661), at its shipyard in Lorient, Brittany.
German State Aiming for 40% Stake in Arms Group KNDS: Govt Sources
The German state is seeking a 40-percent stake in the tank and weapons maker KNDS, government sources told AFP on Wednesday.
France Orders 17 Saab Giraffe 1X Mobile Radars
France has ordered 17 Saab Giraffe 1X radars to strengthen its short-range air defense capability with mobile, vehicle-mounted systems.
Sweden to Buy Four Frigates From France’s Naval Group: PM
Sweden's government said Tuesday that it would buy four new frigates for its navy from France's Naval Group in what it called "a very large international defence-industrial deal."
Indonesia to Build Up Defense Capabilities With New Aircraft
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said Monday that the Southeast Asian country will continue to build up its defense capabilities as the government handed over equipment, including six French-made Rafale jets to the military.
Safran, Baykar Partner on Drone Sensors, Guided Weapon Systems
France’s Safran and Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar have signed a deal to expand cooperation on unmanned aerial systems.
France Advances MLRS Replacement With Indigenous Tactical Missile Test
Thales and ArianeGroup conduct maiden test firing of a tactical ballistic missile as replacement for France’s multiple launch rocket system.
Australia Says Will Join France, UK Mission in Hormuz
Australia will join a "strictly defensive" mission led by France and Britain to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Algeria and France Agree to More Cooperation After Diplomatic Spat
France and Algeria set aside a two-year diplomatic falling-out to agree to intensified cooperation on domestic security and defense.
Armenia, France Deepen Defense Ties With Focus on AI, Drone Development
France and Armenia have signed a new agreement to expand cooperation in defense innovation, focusing on emerging technologies such as drones, artificial intelligence, and quantum systems.
Loft, Magellium to Develop Next-Gen Earth Observation Network for France
Loft Orbital and Magellium Artal Group secured a contract to develop a next-generation Earth observation constellation for France.
France Revives Scalp Naval Production to Boost Deep-Strike Capability
France is moving to restart production of its Naval Cruise Missile, as part of a broader effort to strengthen long-range strike capabilities.
France Steps Up Missile Output After Middle East Ops Drain Stockpiles
France is accelerating missile production after operations in the Middle East exposed shortages in its ammunition stockpiles.
MBDA, Safran Take THUNDART Rocket From Concept to Live Fire in Just 18 Months
MBDA and Safran Electronics have just ticked off a key milestone with the THUNDART rocket, taking the system from concept to demonstration in only 18 months.
France and Greece Further Strengthen Mutual Defense Ties
France and Greece have further strengthened defense ties, extending their mutual defense agreement from 2021 and signing several cooperation agreements.
Macron Views EU Joint Defense Clause as ‘Stronger’ Than NATO One
French President Emmanuel Macron said Saturday he considered the EU's common defense clause "stronger" than the one binding NATO together.
Macron Says Still Sees France, Germany Developing European Fighter Jet
French President Emmanuel Macron denied Friday that a troubled fighter jet program with Germany was dead, telling reporters Paris and Berlin were still working on that and other defense projects.
French, UK Defense Chiefs Eye ‘Real Progress’ in Hormuz Plan
Britain and France voiced hope that military plans to secure the Strait of Hormuz were coming together and would succeed in restoring trade flows through the vital passage.
