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France to boost explosive drone stocks up to 400% by 2030

Draft legislation says France will expand its stockpile of explosive drones by up to 400% by 2030 as it accelerates rearmament to counter Russia.

Published Apr 8, 2026, 10:41 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Draft legislation published Wednesday says France will increase its stock of explosive drones by as much as 400 percent by 2030. The measure is part of a broader push to accelerate rearmament in response to what Paris describes as an aggressive Russia.