This article is written by Major (r) Haroon Rasheed. India has purchased a large number of Harop drones from Israel, which are advanced loitering munitions (missile-like drones that hover over targets before striking). These drones are developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), and each unit is estimated to cost approximately $700,000 USD. We did not launch drone or rocket attacks, only acted in defense: DG ISPR Top Gun is no match to our Shaheens Patriotic anthem “Long Live Pakistan” released Helping Hands: Pakistani Mouavineen extend support to Indian pilgrim family at Haram Sharif For more such Opinions & Blogs, click here. Details of the Purchase: 1. Initial Purchase (2009): In 2009, the Indian Air Force acquired Harop drones in a deal worth approximately $100 million, with reports suggesting up to 10 drones were included. 2. Additional Acquisition (2019): In February 2019, the Indian Air Force decided to procure 54 more Harop drones. By then, the Indian Air Force reportedly had around 110 Harop drones, later re-branded as P-4. 3. Total Quantity: Although exact figures are not publicly confirmed, estimates suggest India has purchased over 164 Harop drones. Indian troops again raise white flag after retaliation by Pakistan Army at LoC Azerbaijan … Continue reading How Much Loss Has India Suffered in Drone Strikes?