The announcements followed a call with President Emmanuel Macron, who stated that Russia has reached an impasse on the front lines but continues to reject ceasefire requests. Macron reaffirmed France and Europe's commitment to helping Ukraine intercept drones and target Russian aggression to secure a durable peace that respects Ukrainian rights and continental security.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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France to Train Ukrainian Pilots on Rafale Jets and Localize Missile Production
War16 days ago
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Oct. 5 that a fresh package of military equipment is being prepared for delivery from France to Ukraine. As part of a broader defense expansion, Ukrainian aircrews will begin training on Rafale combat aircraft in France in the near future, while joint teams work to localize the production of French missiles and aerial bombs within Ukraine and prepare the FREYJA system.
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