The French Air and Space Force deployed around 40 aircraft during the Poker exercise from March 16 to 17, 2026, simulating a nuclear strike in contested airspace. The operation demonstrates France’s ability to execute coordinated deep strike missions and sustain a credible airborne nuclear deterrent under realistic threat conditions. Read more.
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| A Rafale B flies alongside an A330 MRTT during the POKER 2026 strategic exercise. The aircraft is carrying a mock-up of the ASMPA-R supersonic nuclear cruise missile, as part of a mission designed to simulate a full nuclear strike profile. (Picture source: French MoD) |
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