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New Delhi Seeks To Preserve Combat Squadrons Amid Fighter Crisis
India is reportedly considering the acquisition of retired French Mirage 2000 jets to sustain its combat operations. The move aims to preserve three combat squadrons until 2039, amid a widening fighter shortage due to ageing aircraft and delayed replacements. The Indian Air Force faces a two-front crisis, with a need to maintain credible airpower against Pakistan and China. The acquisition of retired French jets could provide a temporary solution, but it may not address the underlying issues of delayed replacements and ageing aircraft. This development was first reported by Defence Security Asia.