


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.

Pics of the Week: May 14, 2018
Check out this week's gallery of interesting photos from around the world.

Why is China expanding its air base 160 miles from Taiwan?
China is adding facilities to the airbase on the East China Sea coast, potentially providing the infrastructure to permanently base combat aircraft closer to islands of which both China and Japan claim ownership.

New team seeks local firms for Finland’s fighter replacement contract
The government initiative aims to connect Finnish advanced technology companies to subcontracting and investment cooperation opportunities within the HX-FP contract framework.

5 reasons Trump scrapping the Iran nuke deal was ‘an incredibly stupid decision’
Responsibility now shifts to the EU, China and Russia to lead and compensate Iran for the adverse effects of Trump’s decision to leave the Iran nuclear deal.

Flood gates could open on US drone sales to the Middle East
Now that the Trump Administration is taking steps to relax U.S. drone sales worldwide, will the Middle East start placing orders for once hard-to-get drones?

Turkey, Ukraine negotiate industry participation in An-188 co-production
A Turkish procurement official says discussions are focused on what each country’s industries would take up, including technology transfer, licensing and export rights.

Britain flip-flops toward ISR drone, but France keeps eye on combat capability
An Anglo-French project for a combat drone demonstrator is switching tracks, but is it off the rails?

Interview: Finland’s defense minister talks air defense, EU procurement regulations
Finland is looking to expand its defense relationship with the U.S. and other potential partners.

Interview: Swedish defense minister details stance on nuclear weapons treaties
Sweden is looking to boost its defense posture to deal with Russia's aggressive actions in the region.
