French Navy Demonstrates New Generation Torpedo in Real-World Drills
The French Navy recently released footage showing the sinking of the ex-naval vessel Premier-Maître L’Her using a new generation heavy torpedo, the F21. The exercise took place off the coast of the Bay of Biscay and showcased the enhanced capabilities of French submarines. Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu lauded the successful demonstration, highlighting the advancements in stealth, range, speed, and targeting for the new torpedo system as part of military programming aimed at high-intensity preparedness.