![]() But the deals faced criticism by human rights groups concerned about the UAE’s involvement in the yearslong war in Yemen. They offer a shot in the arm for France’s defense industry after the collapse of a $66 billion contract for Australia to buy 12 French submarines that ultimately went to the U.S. ![]() It also announced a deal with the UAE to sell 12 Airbus-built combat helicopters. ![]() The UAE is buying 80 upgraded Rafale warplanes in a deal the French Defense Ministry said is worth 16 billion euros ($18 billion) and represents the largest-ever French weapons contract for export. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - France announced multibillion-euro deals Friday to sell fighter planes and combat helicopters to the United Arab Emirates, aiming to boost military cooperation with its top ally in the Persian Gulf amid their shared concerns about Iran. ![]()
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