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France, Germany Unveil Joint Combat Standard, Missile Cooperation

7/19/2026

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France and Germany announced a joint combat standard to link fighter jets, drones and other aircraft.
They signed a declaration to start a Main Ground Combat System research program aimed at a proof-of-concept.
They pledged cooperation with Britain on 2,500-kilometre long-range missiles and will review ArianeGroup capabilities.
France and Germany will share reconnaissance satellite data and boost use of Ariane 6 launchers for military payloads.

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France and Germany announced a joint combat standard to link fighter jets, drones and other aircraft.
They signed a declaration to start a Main Ground Combat System research program aimed at a proof-of-concept.
They pledged cooperation with Britain on 2,500-kilometre long-range missiles and will review ArianeGroup capabilities.
France and Germany will share reconnaissance satellite data and boost use of Ariane 6 launchers for military payloads.