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India.com
01-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Turkey Eyes F-35 Comeback, Dumps Russia's S-400 – Will India Buy The Abandoned Missiles?
New Delhi: Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and U.S. President Donald Trump met briefly on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. That meeting has now turned into a flashpoint in Washington's shifting military ties with Ankara. Flying home after the summit, the Turkish president said his country had not closed the door on the F-35 fighter jet. His comments came days after Turkey announced an upgrade to its domestic air defense network, the so-called 'Steel Dome'. Trump later confirmed what Erdogan hinted at. The U.S. president told a small group of Republican donors that Turkey's return to the F-35 fold was 'being worked out'. He did not give a timeline but said conversations had moved into the technical phase. The F-35 story has been a sensitive one for both sides. In 2019, Turkey took delivery of a Russian S-400 air defense system. That $2.5 billion deal led to U.S. sanctions. The Pentagon froze Turkey out of the F-35 consortium. Diplomats on both ends called it a low point. Now, the mood is shifting. Trump believes the impasse can be resolved. Speaking off the record with aides after the summit, he reportedly said Turkey's 'signals are encouraging' and that 'we have got momentum'. Turkey has not activated the S-400s. They remain locked up in a military base, with their future uncertain. That may be the olive branch Washington needs. A former U.S. official familiar with the talks called the change in tone 'a huge reversal'. The official said Turkey may be willing to cut its losses on the S-400s to re-enter the Western tech ecosystem. On June 29, U.S. envoy Tom Barrack said sanctions on Turkey's defense sector might be lifted by the end of the year. He told Anadolu that both Erdogan and Trump were 'pushing for resolution'. Insiders now say Ankara could be back in the F-35 loop within months. That path would require Turkey to mothball its S-400s permanently or sell them to a third country. Names being floated? Pakistan. Even India. There is no confirmation yet. But Erdogan's remarks suggest the S-400 deal may have run its course. For his part, Trump sees the F-35 not as a sale but as a strategic bridge. One that can still link Ankara back to Washington.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Taiwan Invasion Soon? China Lashes Out As NATO Chief Warns Of Xi's ‘Massive' Military Buildup
Russia Assures More S-400 Air Defence System Delivery To India, Lauds Role In Operation Sindoor Russia has assured India of the timely delivery of the remaining S-400 air defence systems during a high-level bilateral meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Andrey Belousov. Out of five ordered units, three S-400 squadrons have already been delivered. The remaining two will be handed over soon, according to Russia. The S-400s played a critical role in India's success during Operation Sindoor by neutralising enemy missiles and drones. The $5.43 billion deal signed in 2018 marks one of India's most advanced defence procurements. Russia reaffirmed its strategic partnership with India and expressed condolences for the recent Ahmedabad air crash. Watch for full details on this defence milestone, its strategic significance, and Rajnath Singh's strong diplomatic outreach.#s400india #rajnathsingh #operationSindoor #russiaindia #defencedeal #s400delivery #indianarmy #indiachina #indiaupdates #airdefencesystem #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews 2.8K views | 2 hours ago
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Russia Assures More S-400 Air Defence System Delivery To India, Lauds Role In Operation Sindoor
/ Jun 26, 2025, 10:09PM IST Russia has assured India of the timely delivery of the remaining S-400 air defence systems during a high-level bilateral meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Andrey Belousov. Out of five ordered units, three S-400 squadrons have already been delivered. The remaining two will be handed over soon, according to Russia. The S-400s played a critical role in India's success during Operation Sindoor by neutralising enemy missiles and drones. The $5.43 billion deal signed in 2018 marks one of India's most advanced defence procurements. Russia reaffirmed its strategic partnership with India and expressed condolences for the recent Ahmedabad air crash. Watch for full details on this defence milestone, its strategic significance, and Rajnath Singh's strong diplomatic outreach.#s400india #rajnathsingh #operationSindoor #russiaindia #defencedeal #s400delivery #indianarmy #indiachina #indiaupdates #airdefencesystem #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews
The Hindu
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Russia assures timely delivery of remaining S-400 air defence system during bilateral meeting with Rajnath
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a comprehensive bilateral meeting with Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov on Thursday (June 26, 2025) in Qingdao, China, over defence cooperation between the two countries. In the meeting, a discussion was held over the timely delivery of S-400 air defence system to India, to which the Russian confirmed it of timely delivery. An initial order of five S-400s was placed by India and three have been delivered. The remaining two S-400 units is on track, with deliveries expected to be completed in the stipulated time frame, he announced. Both sides agreed to a bilateral cooperation in defence and other sectors. During Operation Sindoor, the Russian-made S-400 systems, operational with the Indian military, played a critical role in intercepting and neutralising missiles and drones launched by Pakistan. India signed a $5.43 billion deal with Russia in 2018 for five squadrons of the S-400 Triumf missile system, a state-of-the-art air defence platform capable of engaging multiple aerial threats at long ranges. Three squadrons have already been delivered. A bilateral meeting with Chinese Defence Minister is also scheduled for later in the day. Mr. Singh is in Qingdao to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting on June 25-26. On the sidelines of the multi-lateral summit, he will hold bilateral talks with his counterparts from China and Russia.
News18
03-06-2025
- News18
Guardians Of The Sky: How India & The World Are Reinventing Air Defence Systems
Last Updated: Escalating global security concerns, technological advancements, and strategic military developments have put the spotlight on air defence systems Every day, across the world, air defence systems quietly scan the skies. Whether in conflict zones or peaceful regions, nations are investing heavily in networks of technology designed to detect, track, and destroy incoming aerial threats like drones, missiles, and aircraft. Escalating global security concerns, technological advancements, and strategic military developments have put the spotlight on air defence systems, with the most recent example being India's deployment of the S-400 system from Russia during the recent skirmishes with Pakistan in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor. From the Iron Dome in Israel to the Patriot systems in the United States and the S-400s in Russia, these defences have become critical tools in modern warfare and national security. As aerial threats grow more advanced and unpredictable, countries are racing to build multi-layered shields that can respond in seconds — often before anyone on the ground is even aware there's danger overhead. The best and most advanced air defence systems in the world as of 2025 can be categorised by their capability—such as range, altitude, interceptor speed, and target types—and their global recognition based on deployment, combat performance, and technological sophistication. WHY ARE AIR DEFENCE SYSTEMS IMPORTANT? Air defence systems don't just protect cities, military bases, and strategic sites from enemy attacks but also discourage enemy aggression. In conflict zones, mobile air defence shields ground forces and with the rise of drones, cruise missiles, and hypersonic weapons, advanced air defences are vital. Even in offensive operations, protecting your airspace allows your air force to operate freely. The main components of an air defence system are radars and sensors to detect and track threats; command and control to make decisions based on radar input; and interceptor weapons that are missiles or guns to neutralise the threat. Among the Long-Range, Multi-Layered air defence systems, Russia's S-400 Triumf leads the pack with a range of up to 400 km and can easily target aircraft, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. It can track up to 80 targets, has multiple missile types, is mobile and highly integrated. Its prowess was on display during the India-Pakistan confrontation after Operation Sindoor when Pakistan resorted to unprovoked attacks on India and fired missiles as well as drones. The attempts, however, were futile as the S-400 system destroyed the ammunition. Among the users of the S-400 are Russia, China, India, and Turkey. Second on the list is United States' Patriot PAC-3 MSE, which has a range of ~35 km (for ballistic missile) and ~160 km (aircraft). It can target tactical ballistic missiles, drones, and aircraft. Its key features include hit-to-kill technology and it is combat-proven in Gulf Wars and Ukraine. The top users are USA, Germany, Japan, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. US' THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense), with a range of ~200 km, is a short to intermediate-range ballistic missiles (above atmosphere). Its key features include high-altitude intercept, ability to work with Aegis and Patriot for layered defence, and users are USA, UAE, South Korea and Saudi Arabia. Next on the list is America's Aegis Combat System with SM-3/SM-6 Missiles, with a range of up to 2,500 km. Along with a powerful radar, it is integrated with NATO assets and can intercept ICBMs in mid-course. Its users are USA, Japan, Spain, and South Korea. The last spot in the Top 5 is occupied by Isarel's Iron Dome, which has a range of 4–70 km and can neutralise rockets, artillery, mortar shells, and drones. It has an extremely high success rate (~90 per cent) and is capable of real-time threat evaluation. Israel, USA, India (tested), and Azerbaijan are among its users. WHERE DOES INDIA STAND? India has made rapid progress in air defence over the last two decades, combining indigenous systems, joint collaborations (mostly with Israel and Russia), and foreign acquisitions (like the S-400) to build a multi-layered air defence network. India is among the top five global air defence powers by volume, diversity, and depth, and its arsenal includes the following: The S-400 Triumf, imported from Russia, is helping India in strategic deterrence against Pakistan and China. While five regiments have been ordered, three are deployed, and its targets include aircraft, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. Its coverage includes Delhi-NCR, Punjab sector, and the Northeast. The Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD)—Phase I & II— is developed by DRDO and has a two-layered system: PAD/AAD (Phase I): Exo- and endo-atmospheric interceptors for ballistic missiles, and AD-1 / AD-2 (Phase II): Designed to intercept IRBMs and ICBMs (range 5,000+ km). The test phase of BMD is complete and Delhi is the first city to get the shield. The MR-SAM/Barak 8, which is jointly developed by India and Israel, has a range of 70–100+ km, active radar homing, 360° launch capability, high maneuverability and is deployed by the Indian Army and Navy. Akash & Akash-NG (Next Gen) can easily target Aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles. The Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM), with a range of 30 kilometres, can be mounted on 8×8 trucks and mobile air defence for moving army columns. The final user trials are complete and it will replace older OSA-AK and Strela systems. The Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORADS) is a man-portable infrared homing missiles (like Stinger). The deployment of the new version developed by DRDO started in 2024-25 and it is the last line of defence for infantry and forward units. The Israeli system SPYDER has a range of 15–20 km and provides point defence for strategic bases. It is used by IAF around airfields and assets. The upcoming Indian system XRSAM is being developed with a range of ~250 km to bridge the gap between MR-SAM and S-400 and is expected to be deployed in the late 2020s. The Iron Dome, trialed by India, is a short-range rocket interceptor. It was evaluated but India opted to focus on Akash & QRSAM for similar roles. Apart from these, India has IACCS (Integrated Air Command and Control System) which is responsible for real-time tracking and interception across radars and missile units. It is deployed across India and connects civilian and military radars. The radar systems supporting air defence are swordfish LRTR for BMD tracking; Ashwin Radar, which is a fire-control radar for Phase-II BMD; and Bharani, Rohini, Arudhra, and Atulya—a mix of low- to medium-power 3D radars for different zones. Since 2019, India has strengthened its forward air defence by deploying S-400 systems in Punjab sector, upgrading its radar networks near LoC, and placed quick-reaction air defence (QRSAM) systems in high-threat areas. About the Author News Desk The News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk More Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get Latest Updates on Movies, Breaking News On India, World, Live Cricket Scores, And Stock Market Updates. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : DRDO news18 specials Operation Sindoor pakistan Russia S-400 air defence system United states Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: June 03, 2025, 12:40 IST News explainers Guardians Of The Sky: How India & The World Are Reinventing Air Defence Systems
