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Dassault Rafale F5 development and procurement

8 clusters · 23 sources · last updated

Latest: UAE and France resume Rafale F5 fighter jet modernization project

Dassault Aviation is developing the Rafale F5, a next-generation fighter designed to bridge the gap to sixth-generation combat aircraft. Following the discontinuation of the European SCAF program, France is pursuing this

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Military and emergency training in Southeast Europe

6 clusters · 42 sources · last updated

Latest: Emergency services conduct rescue and evacuation drills in Croatia

Military and emergency response training activities have been conducted across Southeast Europe, involving both international cooperation and domestic inter-service drills. In mid-September, regional exercises were repor

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French nuclear strike exercises and UK cooperation

3 clusters · 48 sources · last updated

Latest: France and UK conduct first joint nuclear deterrence exercise

The French Air and Space Force continues to conduct ‘Operation Poker’, a series of military exercises held four times a year to simulate nuclear strike capabilities. Recent iterations of these drills involved approximate

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Greek-Turkish Aegean airspace violations

15 clusters · 65 sources · last updated

Latest: Turkey issues anti-NAVTEX notices in Eastern Mediterranean

Tensions between Greece and Turkey escalated in August 2026 following multiple incursions into Greek-controlled airspace in the Aegean Sea. In early August, Turkish Bayraktar Akıncı unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) entere

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Tarang Shakti multinational air exercise in India

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Latest: United States restricts Indian access to F-35 jets during Tarang Shakti exercise

The second edition of the multinational air exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ commenced on September 26 at the Jodhpur Air Force Station in Rajasthan, India, and is scheduled to run until October 12. Themed ‘Power in Partnership’

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Corendon Airlines hijacking signal incident

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Latest: Corendon Airlines flight triggers false hijacking alarm in Nuremberg

On October 13, 2026, a Corendon Airlines Boeing 737-800 traveling from Corfu, Greece, to Nuremberg, Germany, triggered an international aviation security response after transmitting transponder code 7500, the signal for

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Morocco military and strategic partnership expansion

12 clusters · 27 sources · last updated

Latest: Morocco's first F-16V Block 72 completes inaugural test flight

Morocco is undergoing a period of military modernization and strategic partnership expansion. The nation is strengthening ties with the United States through economic and defense initiatives, utilizing Florida as a gatew

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Portugal fighter jet procurement competition

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Latest: Portugal evaluates F-35 as potential replacement for F-16 fleet

Portugal is engaged in a competitive process to replace its fleet of 28 F-16M fighter jets. Major aerospace manufacturers are vying for the contract, including Airbus with the Eurofighter Typhoon, Dassault Aviation with

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Ukraine Rafale fighter jet acquisition and training

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Latest: France to begin training Ukrainian Rafale pilots in November

Ukraine is preparing to begin training for its pilots on French Rafale fighter jets in France. This initiative follows a discussion between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron regarding def

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Renault Rafale Hypnotic limited edition launch

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Latest: Renault launches limited edition Rafale Hypnotic SUV

Renault has officially opened orders for the Rafale Hypnotic, an exclusive limited-edition version of its flagship SUV coupe. Following the scheduled order opening on October 1 across 14 European markets, the production

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Indian Air Force fighter jet shortages

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Latest: Indian Air Force faces fighter shortage amid Tejas delays

The Indian Air Force (IAF) continues to face a critical shortage of combat aircraft, with active fighter squadrons estimated at 29 to 30. This remains significantly below the 42-squadron requirement necessary to maintain

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Croatia advances military modernization and defense deals

4 clusters · 38 sources · last updated

Latest: Croatia strengthens defense to restore regional balance

The Croatian government has moved forward with its military modernization plan, marked by the formalization of several major defense contracts. Following the approval of the procurement of 18 K239 Chunmoo multiple rock

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India-UAE commercial and defense cooperation

8 clusters · 16 sources · last updated

Latest: Abu Dhabi Chamber promotes sustainable investment and UAE-India trade

India and the United Arab Emirates continue to expand bilateral cooperation across the commercial and defense sectors. Indian brands utilize the UAE as a strategic gateway to Middle Eastern markets, while the defense sec

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