Reports suggest the UAE and Qatar have emerged as possible destinations for Russia's S-400 air defence system, as Gulf nations seek stronger missile shields following the Iran–U.S. conflict. The development comes amid speculation that Türkiye could part ways with its S-400 batteries in an effort to revive defence ties with the United States and potentially rejoin the F-35 fighter jet programme.

UAE, Qatar emerge as possible destinations for S-400 system

On February 13, 2026, India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the purchase of 288 additional S-400 surface-to-air missiles from Russia for approximately ₹10,000 crore. This follows the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets and aims to bolster air defense, replenish stocks used during 2025's Operation Sindoor, and secure, with 120 short-range and 168 long-range missiles to be acquired under the Fast Track Procedure.


Report: After Rafales, India to Buy S400 Missiles From Russia

With China’s growing belligerence, the border has become a battleground for testing wills and resilience. New Delhi is banking on the S-400, a formidable surface-to-air missile system. Air Chief Marshal V-R Chaudhari says the Indian Air Force will remain deployed till full disengagement at the line of actual control. Here's more on India-China tensions and the russian s-400 missile systems...

Beware China! Indian Air Force swears by Russian S-400 | 'Deployment till full disengagement'

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan was quoted as saying on Friday that the country's position remains unchanged regarding its purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems, adding that talks with the United States on new F-16 jets and kits were proceeding smoothly.

Erdogan: Turkey's position on Russian S-400 missile acquisition remains the same

Ever since India signed a five billion dollar deal with Russia to purchase five units of the S-400 air defence missile system, the white house under the Trump administration and also under Joe Biden has discussed the possibilities of invoking the CAATSA act against India.

Will India get a CAATSA waiver after purchasing the S-400 air defence missile system from Russia?

In a major boost to the country`s air defence capabilities, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is deploying the first squadron of the S-400 air defence missile system in the western Punjab sector.

India deploys first S-400 air defence system in Punjab sector, to take care of aerial threats from China, Pak

Russia has started the delivery of S400 air defence system to India ahead of President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi. Putin is going to visit the country for the annual India-Russia summit on December 6.

Ahead of Putin visit, Russia begins delivery of S400 air defence system to India

Two US senators have urged President Joe Biden to waive sanctions against India over its purchase of Russia's S-400 air defence system, saying such a punitive measure would endanger growing cooperation.

US senators urge Biden to avoid India sanctions over Russian deal

Russia will soon begin the training of Indian military specialists for the S400 air defence systems. The first batch of the air defence system will reach India by end of 2021.

Training of Indian military specialists for S400 to begin in Russia

Turkey purchased S-400 missile defence systems to use them, not put them aside, chief of the Turkish Defence Industry Directorate said on Saturday. Ismail Demir in an interview with CNN Turk that it was illogical for any country to purchase such systems only to put them aside.

Turkey bought s-400s from Russia to use them, not to put them aside

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