The Ministry of Defense receives 80 “Rafale” fighter planes

The Ministry of Defense announced the receipt of the first batch of French “Rafale” aircraft in a “historic deal” to enhance the capabilities of the armed forces.

She emphasized on her official account on the “X” website that this historical deal is a qualitative step to enhance the capabilities of the armed forces.

The first batch included 80 Rafale fighter aircraft, which is among the most advanced in the world.

The ministry confirmed that this step comes within a “historic deal” that signed with the French company “Daso Aviation”, which reflects the depth of the strategic partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the friendly French Republic.

The planes were received during an official ceremony in Paris, in the presence of the Minister of State for Defense Affairs, Mohammed bin Mubarak bin Fadel Al Mazrouei, and a number of senior officials and officers at the Ministry of Defense, along with high -level figures from the French side.