#Gravitas Moscow has sent a clear message to Kyiv, Europe, and Washington. Russia is preparing for a long war if Ukraine and its backers abandon dialogue. It is backing that warning with expanded ground operations across the battlefield, the deployment of new missiles and air-defence systems, all under a nuclear shadow. 

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Rolls Out New Missile Warning as Russia Signals Long War Path

S-500 offers India 2,000 km detection, 600 km engagement against Chinese J-20s, Mach 14 hypersonic interception, 200 km anti-satellite capability. Superior to China's HQ-9 systems across all parameters. Modi-Putin summit could finalise acquisition reshaping Sino-Indian military balance.


Why S-500 could reshape India-China missile competition

S-500 uses cold-launch to eject missiles pneumatically before engine ignition, enabling four-second response time engaging 10 simultaneous targets at 600 km range. Protects truck chassis from exhaust damage.

Why S-500 uses cold-launch technology

In a significant move, Russia has offered to make its fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the Su-57, to the Indian Air Force. This innovative proposal was announced on June 4, 2025, to mark the most comprehensive technology transfer deal has ever been offered to India in the defence sector. In addition, Russia has also reportedly offered joint production of the S-500 to India after the successful deployment and performance of the S-400 system against Pakistan during 'operation sindor', but further negotiations and decisions are still pending.<h3>What is the Russia's Su-57 Jets?</h3>The aircraft features state-of-the-art radar systems, internal weapon bays to reduce external visibility, and an angular design that helps deflect radar waves. Its curved air intakes also protect the engine blades from the detection of the radar system, according to a report in Network 18.Without using afterburners, it can fly at supersonic speeds for extended periods. Built with stealth capabilities, the jet is harder for adversaries to detect and comes equipped with a versatile weapons package designed for dominance in the air and precision strikes on targets.These design elements collectively minimise both radar and infrared signatures, making the aircraft difficult to detect or track. It is regarded as a technologically advanced and combat-ready system that could be smoothly adapted into the Indian Air Force’s operations.<h3>What is Russia's S-500 Air Defense System?</h3>The S-500, quite popular as Prometheus, marked as significant air defence technology. It is designed to counter upcoming threats such as hypersonic glide vehicles, high-speed drones, and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, which are beyond the capability of the S-400 defence system.The detection range of this system is up to 2,000 km for ballistic targets, 800 km for airborne targets. And, interception range of the Defence System is 600 km for ballistic and 400 km for airborne targets. In addition, it can hit 10 target at a time with response 3-4 seconds faster than S-400.<h3>Why India says no to Russia?</h3>According to Indian air force officials, the Su-57 of Russia was too expensive, poorly engineered with old and unreliable engines. Previously, at the time of deal, Sukhoi was developing two Su-57 versions, one for Russia and another was designed for India. The Russian variant was reportedly more basic, while the Indian version was expected to include Indian-made avionics and support a broader range of weapons. However, the Indian version of this system had not advanced beyond design drafts, and also progress on the variant's development was slow and disappointing.Based on transcripts from meetings held in December 2013 and January 2014, obtained by Business Standard, Indian Air Force and defence ministry officials identified at least four major “shortfalls … in terms of performance and other technical features”.Additionally, India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project is accelerating as officials appear more to focused inward, giving high-priority to homegrown. That means the Su-57 deal, even with technology transfer, is no longer appealing and effective for India.Meanwhile, India says no to Russian S‑500 air defence system as it has already signed a $5.4 billion deal with Russia in 2018 for five units of the S‑400 system. The deal is still being fulfilled as 3 of the 5 ordered system has arrived yet, with delays due to the Ukraine war and sanctions on Russia. Therefore, it is not looking to commit to another costly Russian system until that’s completed.In addition, India is extending its defence deal from being more Russian centric to western and indigenisation under Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance).&nbsp;

India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project is accelerating as officials appear more to focused inward, giving high-priority to homegrown. It is going for more towards western and indigenisation under Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) from being more Russian centric.

In a significant move, Russia has offered to make its fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the Su-57, to the Indian Air Force. This innovative proposal was announced on June 4, 2025, to mark the most comprehensive technology transfer deal has ever been offered to India in the defence sector. In addition, Russia has also reportedly offered joint production of the S-500 to India after the successful deployment and performance of the S-400 system against Pakistan during 'operation sindor', but further negotiations and decisions are still pending. What is the Russia's Su-57 Jets? The aircraft features state-of-the-art radar systems, internal weapon bays to reduce external visibility, and an angular design that helps deflect radar waves. Its curved air intakes also protect the engine blades from the detection of the radar system, according to a report in Network 18. Without using afterburners, it can fly at supersonic speeds for extended periods. Built with stealth capabilities, the jet is harder for adversaries to detect and comes equipped with a versatile weapons package designed for dominance in the air and precision strikes on targets. These design elements collectively minimise both radar and infrared signatures, making the aircraft difficult to detect or track. It is regarded as a technologically advanced and combat-ready system that could be smoothly adapted into the Indian Air Force’s operations. What is Russia's S-500 Air Defense System? The S-500, quite popular as Prometheus, marked as significant air defence technology. It is designed to counter upcoming threats such as hypersonic glide vehicles, high-speed drones, and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, which are beyond the capability of the S-400 defence system. The detection range of this system is up to 2,000 km for ballistic targets, 800 km for airborne targets. And, interception range of the Defence System is 600 km for ballistic and 400 km for airborne targets. In addition, it can hit 10 target at a time with response 3-4 seconds faster than S-400. Why India says no to Russia? According to Indian air force officials, the Su-57 of Russia was too expensive, poorly engineered with old and unreliable engines. Previously, at the time of deal, Sukhoi was developing two Su-57 versions, one for Russia and another was designed for India. The Russian variant was reportedly more basic, while the Indian version was expected to include Indian-made avionics and support a broader range of weapons. However, the Indian version of this system had not advanced beyond design drafts, and also progress on the variant's development was slow and disappointing. Based on transcripts from meetings held in December 2013 and January 2014, obtained by Business Standard, Indian Air Force and defence ministry officials identified at least four major “shortfalls … in terms of performance and other technical features”. Additionally, India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project is accelerating as officials appear more to focused inward, giving high-priority to homegrown. That means the Su-57 deal, even with technology transfer, is no longer appealing and effective for India. Meanwhile, India says no to Russian S‑500 air defence system as it has already signed a $5.4 billion deal with Russia in 2018 for five units of the S‑400 system. The deal is still being fulfilled as 3 of the 5 ordered system has arrived yet, with delays due to the Ukraine war and sanctions on Russia. Therefore, it is not looking to commit to another costly Russian system until that’s completed. In addition, India is extending its defence deal from being more Russian centric to western and indigenisation under Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance).

India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project is accelerating as officials appear more to focused inward, giving high-priority to homegrown. It is going for more towards western and indigenisation under Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) from being more Russian centric.

What are Su-57 Jets and the S-500 Air Defence System—Why did India say no to Russia?

Developed by Almaz-Antey, the system had been built to intercept not just advanced aerial threats including ballistic missiles, hypersonic projectiles, but even satellites in low Earth orbit.

Operation Sindoor: Why India could be interested in Russia's S-500 defence system? Know its power, range, strike capabilities and more

In a major boost to India-Russia defence ties, India may potentially become the S-500 anti-aircraft missile defence system's first global buyer.

India may become the first buyer of Russia's S-500 anti-aircraft missile defence system

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday said Turkey and Russia would jointly produce S-500 defence systems after Ankara's controversial purchase of the S-400 missile defence system from Moscow.

Turkey's push to buy the S-400s has further strained already tense relations with the United States which has repeatedly warned Ankara of the risks including sanctions as a result of the purchase.

"There is absolutely no question of (Turkey) taking a step back from the S-400s purchase. That is a done deal," Erdogan said in Istanbul.

"There will be joint production of the S-500 after the S-400," Erdogan told an audience of young people asking questions.

Ties between NATO allies Turkey and the US have frayed over multiple issues including American support for a Syrian Kurdish militia viewed as terrorists by Ankara and the US failure to extradite a Muslim preacher blamed for the 2016 coup attempt against Erdogan.

Washington says the deal with Moscow is a threat to Western defence and in April suspended deliveries of the F-35 stealth fighter jet to Turkey in a bid to halt the purchase.

Turkish pilots are in the US receiving training on the F-35s, manufactured by Lockheed Martin. Turkey is expected to buy 100 of the jets in total.

Erdogan said Turkey conducted technical studies amid US concerns over the compatibility of the S-400s and the F-35s but found there were no issues.

He also insisted "sooner or later" Turkey would receive the F-35 jets.

Despite the threat of sanctions, Erdogan repeated that the S-400s were expected to be delivered in July, "but this could be brought forward", he added.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday said Turkey and Russia would jointly produce S-500 defence systems after Ankara's controversial purchase of the S-400 missile defence system from Moscow.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday said Turkey and Russia would jointly produce S-500 defence systems after Ankara's controversial purchase of the S-400 missile defence system from Moscow. Turkey's push to buy the S-400s has further strained already tense relations with the United States which has repeatedly warned Ankara of the risks including sanctions as a result of the purchase. "There is absolutely no question of (Turkey) taking a step back from the S-400s purchase. That is a done deal," Erdogan said in Istanbul. "There will be joint production of the S-500 after the S-400," Erdogan told an audience of young people asking questions. Ties between NATO allies Turkey and the US have frayed over multiple issues including American support for a Syrian Kurdish militia viewed as terrorists by Ankara and the US failure to extradite a Muslim preacher blamed for the 2016 coup attempt against Erdogan. Washington says the deal with Moscow is a threat to Western defence and in April suspended deliveries of the F-35 stealth fighter jet to Turkey in a bid to halt the purchase. Turkish pilots are in the US receiving training on the F-35s, manufactured by Lockheed Martin. Turkey is expected to buy 100 of the jets in total. Erdogan said Turkey conducted technical studies amid US concerns over the compatibility of the S-400s and the F-35s but found there were no issues. He also insisted "sooner or later" Turkey would receive the F-35 jets. Despite the threat of sanctions, Erdogan repeated that the S-400s were expected to be delivered in July, "but this could be brought forward", he added.

Turkey says to produce S-500s with Russia after S-400 missile deal

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