France-Germany jet plans crash: Can Europe end reliance on US for security?

Author: Urooba JamalPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: France

PoliticsWorld / International

France-Germany jet plans crash: Can Europe end reliance on US for security?

France and Germany have announced the termination of a landmark project to jointly develop a sixth-generation fighter jet. President Macron confirmed the decision, dealing a blow to European defence cooperation. The move comes amid uncertainty over US support under President Trump, who has threatened Greenland and reduced aid to Ukraine.

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