After the collapse of the Franco-German FCAS (Future Combat Air System) project, France announced plans to develop its own combat aircraft by 2040, redirecting already-allocated funds toward a national program. The decision marks a significant rupture in European defense cooperation and raises questions about the continent’s ability to coordinate on major military-industrial projects, even as security threats mount on multiple fronts.
Walter Murrow
June 10, 2026
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