


France asks FCAS partners to ‘rethink’ work share on fighter project
“The principle and details of this redesigned cooperation are currently being discussed with the partners," French armaments agency DGA told Defense News.

Europe
France, UK join forces in step toward European nuclear deterrent
The latest Franco-British move is the closest the continent has come to such a strategic capability, at least on paper.

Brazilian firm Mac Jee unveils exploding drone, with demo in months
A demonstration of the drone is scheduled for next year during the World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia.

China, Pakistan wrap up naval drill featuring sub, high-tech destroyer
India is likely concerned about the submarine's presence, an expert tells Defense News.

Netherlands budgets $2.2 billion in military aid for Ukraine
The aid will be provided through commercial procurement, in the form of supplies from stockpiles and through cooperation with international partners.

Northrop pushes Battle Command tool to a missile-defense hungry Europe
The company is marketing its Integrated Battle Command System as the glue for disparate systems.

Industry group rejects EU blame in missed ammo target for Ukraine
Companies need more time and must honor existing export commitments first, a European lobbying group for defense contractors has claimed.

Sweden orders MBDA missiles for its Visby-class fleet
The move is part of a larger effort by Saab Kockums to upgrade the five-strong fleet of stealth corvettes.

Here’s when the US Navy plans to sell subs to Australia under AUKUS
The Navy has revealed a timeline to sell used Virginia submarines and a new boat as part of a trilateral security arrangement.

Greek drone maker nears first surveillance drone sale to Athens
Hellenic Aerospace Industry wants to sell its surveillance and combat drones to the Greek armed forces first before pitching to international customers.

Austria to buy long-range air defenses under Sky Shield push
Vienna is expected to consider the American Patriot system and the Israeli-U.S. Arrow-3 as contenders for the envisioned European missile shield.
