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Why India's Su-30s Are Getting Upgraded, Not Replaced
India's defence secretary has stated that comprehensively upgrading the existing fleet of Su-30 fighter jets is a far better choice than purchasing entirely new aircraft. But why is modernization beating new acquisitions? Upgrading the legendary Su-30 platform—often referred to as the "
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