The Indian Air Force has repeatedly referred to the S-400 air defence missile system as being a ‘game changer’. The S-400 is made in Russia and can shoot down aircraft, cruise missiles and even ballistic missiles. The S-400 is scheduled to be delivered to India this year.
However, the S-400 could become a spoiler in the strong relationship between India and the US. Ever since India signed a deal in 2018 worth over $5 billion to buy the S-400, the US has warned it could impose sanctions. While the Donald Trump administration has consistently pushed India to cancel the deal, Reuters reported on Friday the incoming Joe Biden dispensation is likely to adopt the same policy. Read More…
