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France Accelerates Rafale Deliveries as Defense Industry Faces Rising Geopolitical Demand

French defense procurement officials said contractors are speeding up production of next-generation Rafale fighter jets and other systems, as France seeks to strengthen military readiness while meeting international export commitments amid growing geopolitical instability.
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