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French artillery PK Houthi "tyrant" aircraft: is it to spend a lot of money to smash missiles or cheap bombardment drones?
The successful interception of the Houthi drones by the French fleet in the Red Sea seemed like a high-tech contest, but it was a waste of countless huge sums of money. In this arms showdown, France chose to shoot down the Houthi's "cheap" drone with expensive missiles, and behind everything, one can't help but think: Is it really worth it?
The news that the French fleet had successfully intercepted the Houthi drones in the Red Sea may seem to some to be a victory, a brilliant intersection of technology and armament. However, when we dig deeper into the scenes of this incident, we will find that this so-called "arms showdown" is not only a technical contest, but also a battle between "money" and "cheapness".
The frigate "Languedoc", which was born in a grand manner, shows the majesty of France. The huge body and powerful equipment of this giant ship seem to be announcing France's military strength. However, if you take a closer look, the ** of the "Aster"-15 short-range anti-aircraft missile is staggering, a set of 2 million US dollars, and a missile is as high as 500,000 US dollars. Is this an arms showdown, or a show of money and military might?
Languedoc: the wind blows, the wealth flows.
The parameters of this French frigate are dizzying, but the most striking thing is the Aster-15 short-range anti-aircraft missile it uses. This French-made missile undoubtedly has strong air defense capabilities, and its range, speed, maneuverability and other performance are also first-class in today's world. However, behind all this brilliance is a huge military expenditure, a set of missiles costs $2 million, and there are only four in a set. This begs the question, is it really worth the high price?
Eyewitness"-136: The "cheap" option of the Houthis.
On second thought, let's take a look at the Houthis. The "Witness"-136 drone they use, which has a range of up to 2000 km, is relatively cheap. From the cost of Iranian Shahed-136 drones, we know that each unit costs only 20,000 US dollars. This UAV may not be comparable to the French frigate in terms of military technology, but it has achieved large-scale application of UAVs at a much more economical cost.
Arms showdown: a game of money and cheapness.
This French arms showdown seemed to be a contrast between technology and strength, but in fact it became a contest between money and cheapness. France's high military spending, which on the surface shows its great military strength, is in fact a fearless waste. And the Houthis, with a relatively low **, succeeded in making France pay a heavy price.
Netizens are hotly discussed: Who is the real winner?
This confrontation between France and the Houthis cannot help but spark a wide range of discussions. On social **, some netizens joked: "France is really rich, can you use such a show-off skill?" Someone else mocked: "Isn't it just to intercept a drone?" As for spending so much money? This duel has indeed become an arms "show", but it has led people to question whether it is worth it.
The story continues, will the French armaments be able to defeat the "cheap" tactics of the Houthis? What kind of military calculations are hidden behind it? Stay tuned for the next part to unravel this real battle between money and cheapness.
A real contest between money and cheapness: there is always a winner in an arms duel.
In this showdown between money and cheap armaments, France and the Houthis have shown their own talents, but it has also raised questions about military spending. Although the French fleet demonstrated its great technical prowess, at the cost of huge military spending, a set of missiles was enough to strain the national treasury. The Houthis, on the other hand, succeeded in forcing France to cut back on food and clothing with a relatively low price.
High military spending: Behind the great power lies a heavy financial burden.
France's high military expenditure, represented by the frigate "Languedoc", seems to be a symbol of national strength, but it is also a burden on the entire national economy. The cost of missiles for a frigate is enough to support the daily expenses of a small city. Is this a glory for the country, or is it a ridiculous way to burn money into smoke?
Cheap tactics: A clever move by the Houthis.
In contrast, the Houthis' cheap tactics show the wisdom of economic operations. With less money, it can force France to cut back in an arms showdown. They may be technologically disadvantaged, but they have the upper hand in economic strategy. This begs the question, should the arms duel be more cost-effective?
High price: a symbol of victory or a heavy burden on finances?
This arms showdown between France and the Houthis has become a political, economic, and military complex. France may have won a technological "victory", but this victory came at a heavy cost to the country's finances. The Houthis, on the other hand, demonstrated the power of cheap tactics and succeeded in gaining the upper hand in the arms contest.
Arms Showdown: Reflections and Revelations.
This arms showdown makes us think deeply about the nature of the arms race. Is it the pursuit of high armaments, or the focus on economic efficiency? Behind the military power, should the state pay more attention to the happiness of its citizens? Perhaps, the real winner of this showdown is not the strength of technology, but the country's finances and people's livelihood.
The outcome is still undecided, the arms showdown continues, and we hope that this real contest between money and cheapness will bring more food and inspiration to the international community.