European Defense Alliances Under Scrutiny

Macron and Merz meet before EU summit to address FCAS crisis.
FCAS project started in 2017 by Macron, Merkel, and Spain.
Program aims to replace Rafale and Eurofighter by 2040.
Dassault seeks control of core fighter; Airbus demands equal partnership.
Saab Gripen and GCAP could replace FCAS if it fails.
Macron rejects industrial disputes as policy determinants.
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