France's Defense Procurement Agency approved the operational use of 68mm laser-guided rockets and TALIOS targeting pod on Rafale fighter aircraft. The system provides a cost-effective solution against kamikaze unmanned aerial vehicles.

After years of political obstacles, France appears to have softened its stance on potential sales of the SAMP/T air defense system—jointly developed with Italy—to Turkey. Following discussions between Macron and Meloni, negotiations may advance to a more concrete phase.

Following the collapse of the Franco-German partnership, the "Team Gen 6" coalition led by Airbus and comprising eight companies submitted an alternative proposal for next-generation combat aircraft development. Project details will be unveiled at the Berlin ILA Air Show.

According to the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms, the Republic of Cyprus acquired 3 Tamnava multiple launch rocket systems from Serbia and 5 H145M light attack helicopters from France during 2025.

Southern Cyprus has launched talks to procure around 180 French armored vehicles and modernize its existing VAB fleet under the EU-backed SAFE program.

France’s EOS Technologie has delivered 500 km-range Rodeur 330 loitering munitions to Ukraine, significantly enhancing its deep-strike and intelligence capabilities.

France’s BFMTV highlighted Türkiye’s success in reducing defense dependency from 70% to 30%, calling it an achievement that Europe can only envy.

A senior executive from France’s renowned Naval Group admitted discomfort over Turkey’s rapid rise in naval and submarine systems. With strong domestic engineering, Ankara has broken Europe’s long-standing dominance in the sector.