France's Economy, Finances and Industry Minister Roland Lescure (R) looks on next to French President Emmanuel Macron (L) during a visit to the construction site of Naval Group Nantes-Indret, where the next generation French aircraft carrier is under construction, in Indret, western France, on March 18, 2026. The French president unveiled the name of France's next aircraft carrier: "France libre", as the country looks to reinforce its status as a major maritime power. Once completed, the new nuclear-powered flagship, which is set to replace the country's sole aircraft carrier, the Charles de Gaulle, will be the largest warship ever built in Europe. (Photo by Gonzalo Fuentes / POOL / AFP via Getty Images)