The arrival of these elite foreign fighter aircraft — including F-35s and F-16 variants — underscores the seriousness of the current geopolitical climate. According to defense sources, these jets will participate in joint exercises and are likely to be integrated into high-level strategic planning, alongside India’s own Rafales, Sukhoi-30MKIs, and Mirage-2000s. This move marks a rare and powerful trilateral military collaboration on Indian soil, strengthening deterrence and showcasing India's global defense ties.

The Pahalgam terror attack, widely condemned across the world, has drawn strong responses from New Delhi, with the government promising swift and decisive action. Intelligence inputs suggest that the attack had backing from across the border, further fuelling India’s readiness for a potential military offensive. Massive troop movements and air patrols have already been reported in Jammu and Kashmir, as tensions soar.

While diplomatic backchannels remain open, the current build-up reflects a worst-case scenario preparation. Defense analysts believe this unprecedented support from allies like the US and Israel not only boosts India's combat capabilities but also sends a clear message to adversaries about the international implications of further escalation.