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India, France & UAE kick off air drill over Arabian Sea

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 11 December 2024
India, France, and the UAE launched a trilateral air combat exercise, "Desert Knight," over the Arabian Sea. The exercise involved fighter jets like Sukhoi-30MKIs, Rafales, and F-16s, enhancing interoperability and combat skills amidst regional geopolitical dynamics. This exercise strengthens strategic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
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