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Portugal weighs Rafale to replace its F-16 fleet

Original: #Rafale #Portugal #F16 #remplacement #chasseur #aviationMilitaire #Dassault #défense #Rafale #Portugal #F16 #replacement

Discussion is growing around Portugal potentially acquiring the French Dassault Rafale to replace its ageing F-16 fighter jets. Aviation and defence commentators are highlighting the Rafale as a candidate in Lisbon's search for a new combat aircraft, a move that would deepen defence ties between Paris and Lisbon.

Why now: Ongoing European defence rearmament and alliance debates are drawing attention to Portugal's future fighter replacement choice.

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