Rafale Gets Low‑Cost Rocket Fix To Counter Shahed Like Drone Swarms

France has completed the integration of 68 mm laser‑guided rockets on Rafale fighters under the Ladac programme, giving the French Air and Space Force a rapid, low‑cost counter‑drone capability.The system will enter service by the end of July 2026, providing a cheaper alternative to expensive air‑to‑air missiles against Shahed‑style drones.France has successfully fitted Rafale fighters with 68 mm
France has completed the integration of 68 mm laser‑guided rockets on Rafale fighters under the Ladac programme, giving the French Air and Space Force a rapid, low‑cost counter‑drone capability.The system will enter service by the end of July 2026, providing a cheaper alternative to expensive air‑to‑air missiles against Shahed‑style drones.France has successfully fitted Rafale fighters with 68 mm
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