Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Russia-Ukraine war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos The Ukrainian Air Force lost two of its last Su-27 Fighters and a MiG-29 in air battles with Russian forces, according to media reports on Monday (Sept 16).

Ukraine war: Kyiv loses two of its last Su-27 jets, a MiG-29 to Russian forces, say reports

In the midst of concerns over China's activities along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), India has taken decisive measures to enhance its defensive capabilities especially in Ladakh.

India bolsters defence along China border with fighter deployments, enhanced infra, and real-time monitoring

India has deployed an upgraded squadron of MiG-29 fighter jets at the Srinagar air base to address twin threats from Pakistan and China. The advanced capabilities of upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets, their strategic positioning, and skilled pilots will be significant assets for safeguarding India's northern borders.

India deploys upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets in Srinagar to secure skies against Pakistan, China

Russia launched "a special military operation" in Ukraine last year in February and the conflict kept escalating ever since. Ukraine lobbied the allies for military aid, especially long-range missiles, advanced fighter jets and battle tanks.

Is Ukraine disassembling fighter jets sent by Slovakia and Poland to use spare parts?

Germany has approved Poland's request to export five old MiG-29 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine's air power against the Russian invasion, the German defence ministry said on Thursday.

Germany allows Poland to export old MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has decided to phase out the remaining four squadrons of the Soviet-era MiG-21 fighter aircraft within a three-year time frame, with one of them likely to retire from service in September this year, according to reports.

Indian Air Force to retire all MiG-21 fleet in 3 years, MiG-29 phase out also in pipeline

The Pentagon rejected a surprise offer from Poland to send MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine via a US airbase. Warsaw made the surprise offer on Tuesday amid repeated appeals from Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for more warplanes.

US rejects Poland's offer to send MiG-29 to Ukraine

After Poland proposed to provide MiGs to Ukraine, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Berlin will continue financial support to Ukraine but it won't send any military aircraft to the country.

No fighter jets for Ukraine, says German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

The United States on Tuesday (March 8) rejected Poland's offer to send MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine via a US airbase, saying it was "not tenable" as the proposal raised "serious concerns" for the entire NATO alliance.

Ukraine under attack: Here's why US rejected Poland's plan to offer MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine

In the middle of the standoff that India has with China, the Indian Air Force has pushed a proposal to the government for acquiring 33 new fighter aircraft, including 21 MiG-29s and 12 Su-30MKIs from Russia.

India to buy 21 MiG-29 and 12 Sukhoi fighter jets from Russia

The upgrade work of MiG-29 fleet is in its final stages, with modern customisations capable of prolonging their life by 40 years. A source told WION, “IAF and HAL have completely mastered the technology of upgrading MiG-29 fighter jets into MiG-29 UPG.

MiG-29 upgrade allows weapon customisation, improves operating range

In a move likely to boost its dwindling fighter squadron strength, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is pushing a proposal for acquiring 33 new combat aircraft including 21 MiG-29s and 12 Sukhoi 30s.

Indian Air Force plans to buy 33 MiG-29, Sukhoi 30 fighter jets

Goa Airport was temporarily shut down on Saturday after a portion of the main runway caught fire after a drop tank of a MiG-29K aircraft fell down from the jet while it was taking off. The minor fire was caused due to the fuel spillage. Both the pilot and the aircraft are safe.

Operations at Goa Airport resume after fire in a fuel tank dropped by MiG-29 disrupts flights

The India Air Force's beast -- MiG-29 - has gained in strength and ferocity after an upgrade, giving the force which is battling a shortage of fighter aircraft a much-needed boost, according to officials.

Air Force Day: MiG-29 gets upgrade; gains in lethality, ferocity

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