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Ethiopia Expressway Construction Launch - Dire Dawa

Dancers perform during the launching ceremony of the construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, in Dire Dawa, eastern Ethiopia, on Aug. 19, 2025. The construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, a major infrastructure project within the Ethio-Djibouti Transport Corridor, was launched on Tuesday. Photo by Han Xu /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ethiopia Expressway Construction Launch - Dire Dawa

Guests attend the launching ceremony of the construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, in Dire Dawa, eastern Ethiopia, on Aug. 19, 2025. The construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, a major infrastructure project within the Ethio-Djibouti Transport Corridor, was launched on Tuesday. Photo by Han Xu /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ethiopia Expressway Construction Launch - Dire Dawa

Dancers perform during the launching ceremony of the construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, in Dire Dawa, eastern Ethiopia, on Aug. 19, 2025. The construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, a major infrastructure project within the Ethio-Djibouti Transport Corridor, was launched on Tuesday. Photo by Han Xu /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ethiopia Expressway Construction Launch - Dire Dawa

Dancers perform during the launching ceremony of the construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, in Dire Dawa, eastern Ethiopia, on Aug. 19, 2025. The construction of the Mieso-Dire Dawa Expressway, a major infrastructure project within the Ethio-Djibouti Transport Corridor, was launched on Tuesday. Photo by Han Xu /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan defense minister in Djibouti

Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani (L) holds talks with Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh in Djibouti, eastern Africa, on Aug. 18, 2025.

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Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani in Djibouti

Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani (L) meets with Djiboutian foreign minister Abdoulkader Houssein Omar (R) in Djibouti, East Africa, on Aug. 17, 2025.

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ASDF plane departs for Djibouti

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force C-2 transport aircraft prepares to take off at Miho Air Base in Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, on June 21, 2025, heading to Djibouti in the Horn of Africa for a possible evacuation of Japanese nationals from the Middle East.

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ASDF plane departs for Djibouti

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force C-2 transport aircraft takes off at Miho Air Base in Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, on June 21, 2025, heading to Djibouti in the Horn of Africa for a possible evacuation of Japanese nationals from the Middle East.

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ASDF plane departs for Djibouti

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force C-2 transport aircraft prepares to take off at Miho Air Base in Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, on June 21, 2025, heading to Djibouti in the Horn of Africa for a possible evacuation of Japanese nationals from the Middle East.

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone) is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the Djibouti base. This presence underscores the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron and Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces Thierry Burkhard visit Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron and Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces Thierry Burkhard visit Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Macron Visits Luxeuil-les-Bains Air Base

French President Emmanuel Macron visits Air Base 116 "Lieutenant-Colonel Papin" in Luxeuil-les-Bains (Haute-Saone), on March 18, 2025. Air Base 116 is much more than a training center: it plays a key role in air security, both on national territory and in allied airspace, particularly on the Alliance's eastern flank. It also contributes to security beyond Europe, particularly from the base in Djibouti. This presence underlines the base's importance in collective defense and regional security, enabling France to play a central role in protecting the interests of the Atlantic Alliance and beyond. France on March 18, 2025. Photo by Liewig Christian/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM