At the Paris Air Show, unmanned and autonomous technologies are at the forefront of defense discussions amid global tensions, particularly due to the ongoing war in Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East. Major companies like Leonardo and Baykar Technologies are collaborating to develop new unmanned systems, highlighting Europe's need to modernize its defense capabilities. The fair emphasizes the importance of sovereignty in defense technology, with a focus on developing ITAR-free equipment to reduce reliance on U.S. components.