Macron pushed for European defense equipment manufacturers to build independent military systems and relocate production on the continent. The one-day meeting took place on the sidelines of the Paris Air Show, the world's largest event focusing on aviation and space industry that opened Monday. France has been openly critical of German-led plans for improved European air defense capabilities. It's meant to be integrated within NATO air and missile defense systems. With the help of Western weapons and growing experience, Ukraine’s air defense systems have made great strides since the war started last year, saving infrastructure and lives and preventing Russia from achieving air superiority.

Source: ABC News June 20, 2023 03:21 UTC