LMAO its not a false flag. Its just them trying to save face. They didnt plan the patriot malfunction. We all saw the vid where the patriot just flew horizontally and lost track. We also saw the patriot doing the same thing a year or two ago in saudi.
Israel, US Strike Iran After Weeks Of Warning, Explosions Heard In Tehran
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It wasn't inducted although the prototyping & development was completed more than a decade ago IIRC for reasons given. Moreover just coz the IAF can cover every corner of Paxtan doesn't mean we actually deploy the IAF to every corner. It's always good to have alternatives.
When have our lot not been bean counters ?
I think we've has this debate plenty of times in the past . I'm not going to fetch those posts once again. The SFC has 40 MKIs under its command . The initial lot of MKIs retrofitted to carry the Brahmos were also 40 nos. You connect the dots.
I sincerely hope you're not joking.
They have had that for years. This war has nothing to do with Iran possessing what they have had for years.
This is an ideological war between Iran and Israel, and the Americans were roped in. And the Americans had to give nukes as a reason to justify intervention, the same way they did in Iraq.
America should be invading North Korea instead. Or even Pakistan.
China is not stupid enough to launch a multi year war over some barren land.
The ignominy of defeat hangs over their necks like a guillotine.
They politically can't stop fighting if they start losing too badly. So if we are winning, we will have to take measured steps that gives them enough room for an off-ramp.
But yeah, as long as we are sensible, it won't go into a multi-year slugfest.
Everybody is talking about missiles, but we cannot afford the bill for the war itself. Even a 90-day war will cost us well over $200B, not counting the post-war capital expenditure for compensation, replacement, and reconstruction.
Anyway, I'm no longer worried about a short-term China threat. Whatever advantage the Chinese had in 2020 has disappeared, and since then they have created no new advantages for themselves. One of the biggest indicators is their lack of investment in airbase infrastructure in Tibet, which shows they have no interest in bothering us for many years.
Russia's ridiculously rapid militarization is the new threat they are facing now. This went entirely beyond their calculations. Yours truly predicted this many years ago and it's being played out in 4K. And the next one up is Japan's upcoming militarization.
Orders for Pralay have been placed. It will likely form the core of IRF along with Brahmos ER variants, atleast until LRLACM and other progs are ready.
The IAF has been stocking up on SOWs like Crystal Maze-2 and Ice Breaker. As seen in Op Sindoor, incursions into enemy airspace during future conflicts will likely be very shallow - if required.
With its ~300kg whd, Brahmos is likely n capable. But there are no indications it has been adapted for the role. Besides, Brahmos is only ~70% indigenized after all these years. This makes it subject to supply chain risks and end use restrictions by foriegn govts.
Imo, the IAF would prefer a fully indigenous weapons system for strategic use.
Waehead discrimination is a problem for even the most advanced missile defence systems. The Chinese are reportedly moving towards a 'launch on warning' strategic early warning network with Russian help.
This will upset the strategic balance for India. So clear differentiation between nuke and tactical systems is no longer an option.
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They seem to be accepting barter or known crypto.
Iran is reportedly imposing transit fees of up to $2 million on select tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, in what officials describe as part of a new “sovereign” approach to controlling the strategic waterway. The move appears to coincide with heightened tensions with the U.S., including warnings from President Donald Trump over possible strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
Iran is reportedly imposing transit fees of up to $2 million on select tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, in what officials describe as part of a new “sovereign” approach to controlling the strategic waterway. The move appears to coincide with heightened tensions with the U.S., including warnings from President Donald Trump over possible strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
The Difference between Iran and Pakistan is that Pakistan always wants to AVOID A Land War ie they don't want INDIAN ARMY to enter Pakistan
Because when that happens Pakistan will loose soldiers and territory and that will Finish off their Rule over Pakistanis
Iran knows there is no chance of a Ground Invasion
So the regime will continue even if the whole country is left in Ruins
Just 50 Strikes by India and Pakistan Was on its Knees for a Ceasefire
Because when that happens Pakistan will loose soldiers and territory and that will Finish off their Rule over Pakistanis
Iran knows there is no chance of a Ground Invasion
So the regime will continue even if the whole country is left in Ruins
Just 50 Strikes by India and Pakistan Was on its Knees for a Ceasefire
Humorous take on the 'PA heading to the KSA' aspect of the war. The chances of this happening seem unlikely. Sushant has pointed this out before as well: the PA is not keen on doing this and will avoid such activities if it can, especially when they have trouble at their IB.
Very interesting interview about what are the expectations of Israel from this war from Amos Yadlin interviewed by Charlie Rose.
Do bear in mind a few facts - Yadlin is ex Head of MI - IDF hence his views would be partisan & that this interview was recorded on 11th March , that's nearly a fortnight ago.
Years means they are getting close. Are you trying to claim there is no program?
Garbage. If Iran didn't have a nuclear program, didn't back terrorists and launch BMs at neighbours, it would be just another Cuba and it would be left alone.
NK is far enough away for it not to be as big a problem and whilst Kim is an asshat, he is not as mentally unstable as the Iranian regime, hasn't supported anywhere near as much terrorism, or launched BMs at neighbours.
There snippets floating around that certain parts of Asia will remain unaffected by the crisis in the Persian Gulf. This does not seem to hold up when looking at reports being published by business outlets. JP, CN, and SK are all looking at measures to reduce exposure and ensure that the society at large remains insulated.
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