Russia has reportedly presented India with an offer to acquire its Tu-160M strategic bombers, famously known as the “White Swan,” a move that could significantly enhance the Indian Air Force’s aerial capabilities. As India considers this purported offer, various questions emerge concerning its practicality, its potential impact on regional security and strategic deterrence, and its broader implications for the Indo-Russian defense relationship. The Tu-160M itself is equipped with advanced avionics, improved navigation systems, and state-of-the-art NK-32-02 engines, all designed to boost operational efficiency and extend mission capabilities.

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