French military jets launch 40-day global flight to project power, strengthen alliances

Synopsis Four French fighter jets are undertaking a significant global flight exercise. This extensive journey spans forty thousand kilometers across three continents. The exercise aims to strengthen international partnerships and demonstrate military capabilities. It highlights France’s commitment to freedom of navigation and global law. The mission involves extensive cooperation with strategic allies along the route. Eielson Air Force Base: Four fighter jets rose into the air over a French military base and settled into formation at the start of a 40-day flight taking them through the icy Arctic and steamy tropics before ending in a desert. The aircraft left Istres…