Overview

• Multiple Indian outlets reported that Russia is set to provide RD-93MA engines for Pakistan’s JF-17 Block III fighters, a claim that remains unverified.
• A Russian source told WION there is no confirmation of such cooperation and called the idea illogical given major deals with India.
• Congress leader Jairam Ramesh demanded an explanation from the Modi government, calling the reported move a failure of personalized diplomacy.
• Reports say the matter progressed despite External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s June intervention, as debate also references the JF-17’s PL-15 missiles and the IAF chief’s remarks on Operation Sindoor.
• Putin has said he plans to visit India in early December for the annual summit, with the engine reports expected to feature in preparatory and leader-level discussions.