France has begun a large-scale reconstruction of the Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur airbase to accommodate nuclear bombers and hypersonic weapons

France has begun a large-scale reconstruction of the Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur airbase, located in remote hills in the east of the country. The cost of the project is estimated at $ 1.7 billion. The main goal of the modernization is to prepare the base for the reception of nuclear bombers and the integration of the latest types of weapons, including new—generation hypersonic missiles.

The reconstruction works will last about ten years. By 2035, the airbase will be twice as large in area and equipped with modern infrastructure facilities to support high-tech weapons systems. Special attention is being paid to the deployment and maintenance of hypersonic missiles, which will significantly enhance the strategic potential of the French armed forces.

In addition, the base will host a fleet of 50 Rafale fighter jets, which will become a key element of France's air defense and nuclear deterrence. Modern fighter jets equipped with hypersonic weapons will provide the country with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to any threats.

The reconstruction of Luxeuil Saint-Sauveur reflects France's desire to strengthen its defense capability and maintain its status as a nuclear power with modern means of delivering strategic weapons. This project also demonstrates the importance of innovative technologies in ensuring national security in a changing geopolitical environment.

The US Air Force plans to withdraw the F-15E Strike Eagle from the UK after activating the F-35 squadron

During recent Congressional hearings on the request for a defense budget for fiscal year 2026, it became known about the plans of the country's Air Force to withdraw F-15E Strike Eagle fighter-bombers from the United Kingdom.

These aircraft are currently based at Lakenheath Air Base, where they perform strategic tasks in Europe. However, their presence there will only continue until the second fifth generation squadron F-35 Lightning II is fully formed and activated. After that, the F-15E will be recalled to the United States.

This decision is part of a broader recapitalization plan for the combat aircraft fleet developed by the U.S. Air Force. The main goal of the program is to modernize the aviation fleet and strengthen its capabilities through new multifunctional and stealth fighters. The transition to the F-35 will enhance the Air Force's combat capabilities in the face of modern threats and ensure technological superiority in the future.