Pakistan claimed it shot down three Indian Rafale fighter jets using its Chinese-made J-10C fighters during a recent spike in cross-border tensions.
In the aftermath, the UAE is said to be monitoring developments closely.
The following note provides an overview of key aspects, including:
- UAE’s response to the incident and its strategic implications
- Its position on the Rafale’s performance and its expectations from France
- Factors that may have contributed to the downing of the Rafale
