Russia Factor Casts Shadow On India–France Rafale Deal Progress

India’s plan to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets from France has not advanced significantly in the past two months, despite initial momentum following approval by the Defence Acquisition Council on 12 February 2026.Hopes were high that French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to India soon after would accelerate the process, but the deal did not move forward. The next step was expected to be
India’s plan to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets from France has not advanced significantly in the past two months, despite initial momentum following approval by the Defence Acquisition Council on 12 February 2026.Hopes were high that French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to India soon after would accelerate the process, but the deal did not move forward. The next step was expected to be
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