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US Clarifies AMRAAM Contract with Pakistan: No New Missiles, Only Sustainment Support Amid Regional Sensitivities

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The US Department of Defense clarified that a recent Foreign Military Sales contract modification for Pakistan involves only sustainment for existing AMRAAM systems, not new missile deliveries. This reassurance comes amid regional tensions, particularly concerning India’s concerns over military modernization in Pakistan, reflecting the US’s balancing act between both nations.

India Defence Ministry Removes Reference to Pakistan in Statement on Rajnath Talks With Pete Hegseth

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India’s Defence Ministry caused confusion by removing references to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism from a statement about Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s call with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The call emphasised India’s commitment to counter terrorism and cooperation in defence, but the omission raised concerns over the ministry’s communication effectiveness.