French President Emmanuel Macron has issued a bold call to his European allies: pivot from purchasing American-made F‑35 fighter jets and embrace the Dassault Rafale as a cornerstone of Europe’s strategic independence in defense. In a recent social media post featuring an image of the Rafale

French President Emmanuel Macron suggests extending France's nuclear deterrence to safeguard European allies against Russian aggression, emphasizing Europe's need for strategic autonomy and increased defense capabilities.