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international1 year ago•1 min saved

France Begins Military Withdrawal from Chad with Mirage Jet Departure

France has begun withdrawing its military forces from Chad, starting with the departure of two Mirage fighter jets, following Chad's decision to end its defense cooperation agreement with Paris. This move marks a shift in Chad's strategic partnerships and follows similar French military withdrawals from other African nations like Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso. Negotiations are ongoing regarding the complete withdrawal of the remaining 1,000 French troops in Chad.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#chad #defense-cooperation #france

international-news1 year ago•1 min saved

France to Supply Mirage Fighter Jets to Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will send Mirage fighter jets to Ukraine, reaffirming support on the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to hold informal talks with leaders during the commemorations.

via POLITICO Europe|

#emmanuel-macron #france #international-news

defense1 year ago•1 min saved

"Indonesia Cancels Mirage Fighter Jet Purchase from Qatar"

Indonesia has scrapped its plan to purchase 12 Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from Qatar, worth 733 million euros, due to fiscal constraints and controversy over the secondhand jets' age. The defense ministry spokesperson confirmed the cancellation, with the country opting to retrofit its existing Sukhoi and F-16 aircraft instead. Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, a leading presidential candidate, has faced criticism over the deal but defended the purchase, citing the need for interim jets while awaiting new ones. Indonesia has been working to modernize its military fleet with purchases from various international suppliers.

via Reuters|

#defense #defense-ministry #indonesia