In a move thatโs turning heads globally, former U.S. President Donald Trump revealed plans to sell F-35 stealth fighters to India during a high-profile press conference with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The deal could position India among a select group of nations equipped with the worldโs most advanced military tech. ๐ฅ
\"We're paving the way to provide India with these game-changing jets,\" Trump said, calling it part of a broader push to expand defense partnerships. While no timeline was shared, the announcement signals tighter U.S.-India military collaborationโa strategic play in an increasingly multipolar world. ๐
This isnโt Indiaโs first big-ticket U.S. defense purchase. Reports show the country has bought over $20 billion in American military gear since 2008, from helicopters to missile systems. Will the F-35s be the next crown jewel? Analysts say it depends on negotiations and regional dynamics. ๐
Whatโs clear: The Indo-Pacific just got a new storyline. Stay tuned. ๐ฏ
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