RAF Typhoons join French nuclear deterrence exercise for the first time, escorting Rafales during a simulated strike

Royal Air Force Typhoons took part for the first time in a French nuclear deterrence exercise, escorting Rafales as they rehearsed a simulated nuclear strike. The exercise was run by France’s Strategic Air Forces (FAS).

No live nuclear weapons were involved.

France’s Strategic Air Forces have operated with near-total autonomy since 1964.