Summary: The Balkans have emerged as a hotspot for Dassault’s Rafale fighter jets. Croatia has received six of twelve ordered jets, while Serbia has also announced plans to adopt the aircraft. Greece, already operating Rafales, is negotiating for up to ten more, intending to replace its aging Mirage 2000-5s.
-This shift is part of Greece’s broader effort to modernize its air force, which includes plans to acquire 40 F-35s.
-The Rafale’s appeal extends beyond the Balkans to India and the Middle East, although production challenges persist.
-The only ‘nightmare’ for Dassault will be how to make all of these fighter jets.
