European defense cooperation
Coverage of European defense cooperation in the Nexus archive.
- FCAS fighter project collapse rings alarm for Europe’s defense
The Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet program, a joint effort by France, Germany, and Spain to develop Europe’s next-generation combat aircraft, has effectively collapsed due to disputes over leadership and resource distribution. The project, which spanned nearly a decade, represents a major setback for European defense cooperation.
- Germany and France scrap landmark next-generation fighter jet project
France and Germany have agreed to scrap a landmark project to build a next-generation fighter jet. The decision is described as a setback for European defense cooperation amid rising tensions with the United States.
- Norway will come under France's nuclear umbrella
Norway and France will initiate talks for Norway to join France's nuclear umbrella, signaling a shift from reliance on the US and NATO towards European defense cooperation. The move reflects growing European concerns about security dependencies.