Armenia Eyes Indian Astra Missiles For Su-30SM Fleet To Counter Regional Air Threats

Armenia has initiated advanced negotiations with India to integrate the Astra beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile system onto its Su-30SM fighter jets. This development underscores a burgeoning defence partnership between Yerevan and New Delhi.The talks gained momentum during Indian Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan’s official visit to Armenia in early February 2026.Defence
Armenia has initiated advanced negotiations with India to integrate the Astra beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile system onto its Su-30SM fighter jets. This development underscores a burgeoning defence partnership between Yerevan and New Delhi.The talks gained momentum during Indian Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan’s official visit to Armenia in early February 2026.Defence
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