SECURITYJul 15 · 22:41 UTCSEMAFORJ.D. Capelouto

EU defense push meets reality

Europe remains dependent on China and the US for critical military components despite efforts to strengthen its defense sovereignty. The EU allows Ukraine to use EU funds for Chinese drone parts, and Germany’s air force admits it must continue purchasing US fighter jets. A joint German-French fighter jet project has also failed.

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