F-35 or SU-57: Which 5th-Gen Fighter Jet Will India Buy?
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jun 05, 2026, 22:12 IST | Updated: Jun 05, 2026, 22:12 IST
India is weighing options between the American F-35 and Russia’s SU-57 as it explores the acquisition of a fifth-generation fighter jet. The decision is expected to play a crucial role in strengthening the Indian Air Force’s capabilities amid evolving regional security challenges. Defense experts say the choice will also reflect India’s strategic balancing between major global powers.
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