Macron Names France's New €10 Billion Aircraft Carrier 'France Libre'
French President Emmanuel Macron has officially named the nation's next-generation aircraft carrier. The new nuclear-powered vessel will be called 'France Libre' in honor of the Free French Forces of World War II. This major defense program is estimated to cost around €10 billion and represents a significant long-term investment in French naval power. The carrier is scheduled to replace the current flagship, the Charles de Gaulle, around the year 2038, ensuring France maintains its carrier strike capability for decades to come.
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