The project was seen as a key test of European efforts to work more closely on defence as they seek to present a united front in the face of a hostile Russia at a time of souring ties with the United States.
France and Germany abandon joint fighter jet project as companies unable to reach agreement
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Mon 16:48 - Financial Times
Berlin pulls plug on Franco-German fighter jet
Mon 18:57 - France 24
Blow to EU defence cooperation as France, Germany abandon joint fighter jet programme
Mon 22:32 - DW All
Franco-German fighter jet project collapses after industry dispute
Mon 22:32 - DW Top
Franco-German fighter jet project collapses after industry dispute