Iran Turns To China For J-10C ‘Vigorous Dragon' As Israel Cripples Its Fighter Fleet In 12-Day War
Iran is pivoting toward China to modernize its aging air force after a failed Russian fighter jet deal. Following a devastating conflict with Israel, Tehran is accelerating talks to acquire 36 Chengdu J-10C jets. This shift highlights China's rising influence in the Middle East arms market and exposes Iran's vulnerabilities in air defense and logistics. Though the J-10C offers advanced technology and affordability, Iran faces significant challenges integrating the jets due to infrastructure, training, and dependency on Chinese systems. Regional rivals like Israel and Gulf states may escalate military acquisitions in response.#IranChinaDeal #MiddleEastTensions #AirPowerShift #MilitaryStrategy #Geopolitics #DefenseNews #GlobalSecurity #J10C #ChengduJ10C #FighterJets #AirForceModernization #IranIsraelConflict #PersianGulfCrisis #IranAirForce #IDFStrikes
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Time of India
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- Time of India
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Indian Express
39 minutes ago
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Time of India
41 minutes ago
- Time of India
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