France: 63.4 billion euro defense budget for 2027

French Armed Forces Minister Catherine Vautrin stated that France must prepare for a possible "large-scale conflict" with Russia during hearings on the 2027 army budget draft. She claimed Russian forces aim to subjugate Ukraine and impose a new security system in Europe, while simultaneously increasing arms production.

The proposed defense budget of 63.4 billion euros represents an 11% increase from previous levels. If not adopted by year-end, spending will remain at 2026 levels, creating a 6.5 billion euro gap and complicating long-term military procurement.

@Slavyangrad