Ukraine will receive new licenses for the production of SCALP… (украина · ракета · франция)
Ukraine will receive new licenses for the production of SCALP missiles, AASM bombs, and Aster 30 SAM missiles. Macron stated that Ukraine has received from France licenses to produce cruise missiles SCALP.
Consensus
- France has granted Ukraine licenses to produce SCALP cruise missiles, AASM guided bombs, and Aster 30 surface-to-air missiles.
- The agreements were announced at the 'Coalition of the Willing' summit in Paris on July 13.
- Ukraine will receive Rafale fighter jets by 2028–2029.
- A new integrated anti-ballistic defense coalition was established, including Ukraine and nine European countries: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and the UK.
- The decisions were made following discussions between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Points of divergence
- Ukraine will become the first country to receive new Franco-Italian SAMP/T NG systems, which Zelensky described as 'effective anti-ballistic systems'. — vedomosti
- The 16 Rafale fighters are expected to begin operations in Ukrainian airspace by 2028–2029. — meduza
- France will deliver two SAMP/T systems this year, and with Italy, accelerate Aster 30 missile deliveries to be completed by October. — vedomosti
- The U.S. President Donald Trump promised Ukraine a license for Patriot rocket production during the NATO summit last week. — meduza
- NATO countries plan to provide military aid and weapons worth around 70 billion euros in 2026, with continued support expected in 2027 at a similar level. — vedomosti
- The integrated defense architecture will be created to counter future missile threats. — meduza
Coverage (3 sources)
- Ukraine to receive license for production of SCALP rockets, Aster 30 missiles and AASM bombs — Ведомости
- France to Grant Ukraine License for SCALP Rocket Production — Meduza
- Macron: Ukraine received from France licenses for production of SCALP cruise missiles — Фонтанка