politics
February 14, 2026
India Clears Purchase of S-400 Missiles
India’s Defense Acquisition Council has reportedly agreed to buy 288 missiles for $1.1 billion from Russia
TL;DR
- India approved the purchase of 288 missiles for its S-400 air defense system.
- The estimated cost for the missiles is $1.1 billion.
- This purchase is part of a broader $39 billion modernization plan by India's Defense Ministry.
- The S-400 system is vital for countering drones and has been praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- India already possesses four S-400 systems and is set to receive two more this year.
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