The Indian Air Force is expediting the procurement of medium, multirole fighter jets, aiming to have the first new aircraft in service within five years after accelerated trials involving seven likely contenders. The competition for 114 new fighter jets under the MRFA programme will involve limited trials due to previous testing of six contenders, with only the Boeing F15 EX needing evaluation against Indian requirements. Upgraded capabilities of contenders may also be assessed during the expedited selection process.
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US, Russia spy chiefs agree to hold regular contacts
The heads of US and Russian spy agencies, CIA chief John Ratcliffe and SVR head Sergei Naryshkin, have agreed to maintain regular contact to ease tensions in US-Russia relations, marking the first such communication in years. The call aimed to promote international stability and security while reducing confrontation between Moscow and Washington, coinciding with Ukraine's support for a US-proposed ceasefire and immediate negotiations with Russia. This development follows US President Donald Trump's efforts to end...
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