European defense cooperation
Coverage of European defense cooperation in the Nexus archive.
- Macron trumpets high defense spending in last speech to the troops
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized increased defense spending and European defense cooperation in his final speech to the armed forces. He highlighted France's military spending reaching €64 billion by 2027 and criticized nationalism, while far-right leader Marine Le Pen's potential NATO policy shifts were noted.
- FCAS fighter project collapse rings alarm for Europe’s defense
The Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet program, a joint effort by France, Germany, and Spain to develop Europe’s next-generation combat aircraft, has effectively collapsed due to disputes over leadership and resource distribution. The project, which spanned nearly a decade, represents a major setback for European defense cooperation.
- Germany and France scrap landmark next-generation fighter jet project
France and Germany have agreed to scrap a landmark project to build a next-generation fighter jet. The decision is described as a setback for European defense cooperation amid rising tensions with the United States.
- Norway will come under France's nuclear umbrella
Norway and France will initiate talks for Norway to join France's nuclear umbrella, signaling a shift from reliance on the US and NATO towards European defense cooperation. The move reflects growing European concerns about security dependencies.