Belgium carried out another Black Sea air mission on 14 November 2025, deploying its F-16 fighters alongside French Mirage 2000 aircraft under Operation Black Sea Region. The flight took place over international waters in a strategically sensitive corridor linking Europe with the Caucasus and the Middle East. The operation underscored Europe’s commitment to upholding freedom of navigation and overflight at a time when those principles face growing challenges. Flying in tight coordination, a Belgian F-16 equipped with fuel tanks and under-wing stores operated with four French Mirage jets, demonstrating the maturity and interoperability of Western air forces. The formation’s precise maneuvers reflected detailed planning, including harmonized communication protocols and unified rules of engagement, essential when operating near geopolitical flashpoints.
