Egypt is in talks with Naval Group regarding a Barracuda-class attack submarine deal.
Further direct talks are expected between French President Emmanuel Macron and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
Paris has concerns regarding the deal.
What are these concerns? Could they lead to stopping the talks?
How many submarines is Egypt looking to procure?
Does Egypt still consider the ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems’ Type 209 submarine as an alternative?
Tactical Report has prepared a 219-word report to answer these questions and more.