India’s Strategic Pursuit of Advanced Russian Air Defence Systems: S-400 Success Drives S-500 Aspirations

India’s exceptional performance with the Russian S-400 air defence system during Operation Sindoor in May 2025 has catalysed discussions for acquiring the more advanced S-500 air defence system, representing a significant evolution in the country’s strategic defence capabilities. The successful deployment of S-400 systems, which achieved record-breaking intercepts at ranges exceeding 300
India’s exceptional performance with the Russian S-400 air defence system during Operation Sindoor in May 2025 has catalysed discussions for acquiring the more advanced S-500 air defence system, representing a significant evolution in the country’s strategic defence capabilities. The successful deployment of S-400 systems, which achieved record-breaking intercepts at ranges exceeding 300
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