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Croatia Completes €999M Rafale Jet Deal, Boosts Defense

4/29/2025

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On April 25, 2025, Croatia proudly welcomed its last Dassault Rafale fighter jet, marking the completion of a significant €999 million deal with France. This acquisition of twelve advanced Rafale jets not only modernizes Croatia's aging fleet but also strengthens its defense posture, with plans to boost defense spending to 3% of GDP by 2027, reinforcing NATO ties and enhancing regional security in Southeast Europe.

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On April 25, 2025, Croatia proudly welcomed its last Dassault Rafale fighter jet, marking the completion of a significant €999 million deal with France. This acquisition of twelve advanced Rafale jets not only modernizes Croatia's aging fleet but also strengthens its defense posture, with plans to boost defense spending to 3% of GDP by 2027, reinforcing NATO ties and enhancing regional security in Southeast Europe.