An open letter against France’s president, Emmanuel Macron, which has the support of some retired generals in France, is still on the country’s agenda. On the 21 April, far-right magazine… Continue reading "France to Impose Sanctions on Soldiers Supporting Far-Right Letter"
The French Army has shared some new photographs of their next armored reconnaissance and combat vehicle, the Jaguar. The 6×6 wheeled recon vehicle has been developed by a consortium of… Continue reading "French Army Unveils Jaguar Recon Vehicle"
A series of operations by French forces deployed under Operation Barkhane, in Mali, earlier this month have resulted in significant deaths amongst “armed terrorist groups” according to a press release… Continue reading "French Operations in Mali ‘Neutralize 50 Terrorists’"
On October 7, Airbus announced that its A400M tactical airlifter has successfully completed the certification test phrase for paratroop deployment, following a successful certification flight test where 40 paratroopers were… Continue reading "Airbus A400M Completes Paratroop Certification Tests"
Four US-made FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank guided missiles, discovered in a rebel base in Libya, have caused a diplomatic incident between France and the Government of National Accord (GNA). GNA soldiers… Continue reading "Mystery French Javelins in Libya"
Airbus Helicopters showcased a mock-up of the H160M helicopter pitched for the French Joint Light Helicopter (Hélicoptère Interarmées Léger — HIL) program as the French Minister of the Armed Forces Florance Parly announced the program to be brought forward one year.
As part of France’s continuing small arms modernisation the French Army has announced the search for a new semi-automatic marksman’s rifle to replace the ageing FR-F2 bolt action sniper rifles.… Continue reading "France In Search of New Sharpshooter Rifle"