UKNoticeOfficial ✓October 23, 2026· GOV.UK
UK-France deepen nuclear defence ties in first joint exercise
What happened
The UK participated in a historic first joint air exercise with France to deepen nuclear defence ties. During the drill, RAF Typhoon fighters operated alongside French Rafale jets in a French nuclear exercise.
Why it matters
The event marks the first joint air exercise between the UK and France. It deepens nuclear defence ties between both nations.
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