(Times of India) Manu Pubby - The Indian government last week quietly approved the purchase of 10 missile-armed drones from Israel for $400 million - a crucial acquisition that will enhance India's cross-border military strike capability. These drones will be operated by the Indian Air Force, which has a fleet of reconnaissance drones. India also has a fleet of Harpy UAVs from Israel, which are self-destructing systems primarily tasked with taking out enemy radar positions. Senior defense ministry officials said the project has been accelerated under directions from the highest levels of government and that armed drones may be in service within a year.
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