politics

April 10, 2026

‘Open war with Russia’ a primary concern for French Army chief

France’s top general has warned of a direct clash with Russia as Paris prepares a “war economy,” including quadrupling drone stockpiles and missile stocks rising sharply by 2030

‘Open war with Russia’ a primary concern for French Army chief

TL;DR

  • France's top military commander, General Fabien Mandon, considers an open war with Russia his primary concern.
  • Paris is reportedly preparing to shift to a "war economy" and increase military spending.
  • The French military plans to significantly expand its drone, guided bomb, and cruise missile stocks by 2030.
  • This rearmament push aligns with a broader European militarization trend, including Germany's defense buildup.
  • Russia denies any intention to attack Europe, characterizing Western claims as 'nonsense' used to justify military spending and anti-Russian sentiment.

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