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Rocket Tamouh-3 Explodes During Launch - Kuwait

The rocket "Tamouh-3" explodes during launch in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, December 6, 2025. The Kuwait Space Rocket team said a small rocket it attempted to launch on Saturday morning exploded shortly after ignition in Jahra Governorate, with no injuries reported. The rocket, named "Tamouh-3," was approximately 3.2 meters long with a maximum thrust of around 12,000 newtons. It was equipped with GPS devices designed to record coordinates, speed, altitude, acceleration, and other flight data. According to the team, this was its fourth launch attempt. It said it will investigate the cause of the explosion while continuing its development efforts. Photo by Asad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rocket Tamouh-3 Explodes During Launch - Kuwait

The rocket "Tamouh-3" explodes during launch in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, December 6, 2025. The Kuwait Space Rocket team said a small rocket it attempted to launch on Saturday morning exploded shortly after ignition in Jahra Governorate, with no injuries reported. The rocket, named "Tamouh-3," was approximately 3.2 meters long with a maximum thrust of around 12,000 newtons. It was equipped with GPS devices designed to record coordinates, speed, altitude, acceleration, and other flight data. According to the team, this was its fourth launch attempt. It said it will investigate the cause of the explosion while continuing its development efforts. Photo by Asad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rocket Tamouh-3 Explodes During Launch - Kuwait

Members of the Kuwait Space Rocket Team prepare for the launch of the rocket "Tamouh-3" in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, December 6, 2025. The Kuwait Space Rocket team said a small rocket it attempted to launch on Saturday morning exploded shortly after ignition in Jahra Governorate, with no injuries reported. The rocket, named "Tamouh-3," was approximately 3.2 meters long with a maximum thrust of around 12,000 newtons. It was equipped with GPS devices designed to record coordinates, speed, altitude, acceleration, and other flight data. According to the team, this was its fourth launch attempt. It said it will investigate the cause of the explosion while continuing its development efforts. Photo by Asad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rocket Tamouh-3 Explodes During Launch - Kuwait

Members of the Kuwait Space Rocket Team prepare for the launch of the rocket "Tamouh-3" in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, December 6, 2025. The Kuwait Space Rocket team said a small rocket it attempted to launch on Saturday morning exploded shortly after ignition in Jahra Governorate, with no injuries reported. The rocket, named "Tamouh-3," was approximately 3.2 meters long with a maximum thrust of around 12,000 newtons. It was equipped with GPS devices designed to record coordinates, speed, altitude, acceleration, and other flight data. According to the team, this was its fourth launch attempt. It said it will investigate the cause of the explosion while continuing its development efforts. Photo by Asad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rocket Tamouh-3 Explodes During Launch - Kuwait

A member of the Kuwait Space Rocket Team is seen after the launch failure of a rocket named "Tamouh-3" in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, December 6, 2025. The Kuwait Space Rocket team said a small rocket it attempted to launch on Saturday morning exploded shortly after ignition in Jahra Governorate, with no injuries reported. The rocket, named "Tamouh-3," was approximately 3.2 meters long with a maximum thrust of around 12,000 newtons. It was equipped with GPS devices designed to record coordinates, speed, altitude, acceleration, and other flight data. According to the team, this was its fourth launch attempt. It said it will investigate the cause of the explosion while continuing its development efforts. Photo by Asad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rocket Tamouh-3 Explodes During Launch - Kuwait

Members of the Kuwait Space Rocket Team prepare for the launch of the rocket "Tamouh-3" in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, December 6, 2025. The Kuwait Space Rocket team said a small rocket it attempted to launch on Saturday morning exploded shortly after ignition in Jahra Governorate, with no injuries reported. The rocket, named "Tamouh-3," was approximately 3.2 meters long with a maximum thrust of around 12,000 newtons. It was equipped with GPS devices designed to record coordinates, speed, altitude, acceleration, and other flight data. According to the team, this was its fourth launch attempt. It said it will investigate the cause of the explosion while continuing its development efforts. Photo by Asad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Air Force Valerie Godin at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

An air force military with a trained dog at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Air Force Valerie Godin at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A rifle is shown at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A rifle is shown at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Air Force Valerie Godin at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A rifle is shown at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A rifle is shown at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

An air force military with a trained dog at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A Rafale fighter jet at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

French Flag. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students) during a training shooting with FAMAS training rifles. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

A rifle is shown at the Orange Air Base. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

French Flag. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students) during a training shooting with FAMAS training rifles. Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force - Orange

Aviators (Aviateurs, Air Force Students). Immersion day on the implementation of National Service within the Air and Space Force, at the CPOCAAE (Air Force Combatant Operational Preparation Centre) in at the BA115 Orange-Caritat Air Base in Orange, on December 5, 2025. The National Service (Service National) is compared to a voluntary military service. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM