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Crosetto Urges UK to Share Tempest Fighter Technologies

4/17/2025

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Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has called out the UK for withholding crucial technologies in the Global Combat Air Programme for the Tempest fighter jet. He passionately urged for the dismantling of "barriers of selfishness," highlighting the importance of collaboration between Italy, Japan, and the UK, while also advocating for Saudi Arabia's participation in this ambitious project.

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Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has called out the UK for withholding crucial technologies in the Global Combat Air Programme for the Tempest fighter jet. He passionately urged for the dismantling of "barriers of selfishness," highlighting the importance of collaboration between Italy, Japan, and the UK, while also advocating for Saudi Arabia's participation in this ambitious project.