After Iranian ship IRIS Dena sunk by US, Indian Army ex-chief recalls an American offer during Op Cactus in 1988
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Summary
Gen VP Malik says sinking of the Iranian IRIS Dena in Indian Ocean shows US no longer believes in consulting partners when using military forces in the region
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population 1.4 million active military, border populations
Key Numbers
Defence budget: Rs 6.21 lakh crore (2025-26)
68% indigenous procurement target
1.4 million active military personnel
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right