Putin offers Su-57 to India as New Delhi faces stealth fighter gap

Russian President Vladimir Putin offered India joint production of the Su-57 stealth fighter jet, a proposal that emerged as India faces a fifth-generation fighter gap. India had previously withdrawn from a 2007 joint development program with Russia in 2018 due to concerns over costs and technology, but Russia now seeks collaboration. Analysts highlight the urgency for India to address its stealth fighter deficit amid China and Pakistan's advancements.