Macron Admits French-German Fighter Jet Project Failed, Urges EU Arms Production Ahead of Bastille Day
French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the failure of the Franco-German SCAF/FCAS fighter jet project during a speech to the military on the eve of Bastille Day. He called for increased arms production across the EU and reaffirmed support for Ukraine while emphasizing Europe's readiness to defend itself with 'blood' if necessary. The speech marked Macron's final address to the armed forces before his potential political transition.
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The French leader admitted that the French-German program for the development of a new-generation fighter jet under the SCAF/FCAS Future Combat Air Systems project was a flop
French President Emmanuel Macron on July 13 said Europe was ready to defend itself and freedom with "blood" if necessary, before a meeting of Ukraine's allies to reaffirm support for Kyiv and step up pressure on Russia. He spoke ahead of France's national public holiday. FRANCE 24's Delano D'Souza tells us more.
Rewatch French President Emmanuel Macron's final speech to armed forces ahead of the July 14 national holiday.
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday makes his annual speech to the military services on the eve of the French July 14 national holiday.