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Pakistan’s J-10 Downs Indian Rafale Jets : Reuters

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By Web Desk Published May 9, 2025 3 Min Read
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On May 7, 2025, Pakistan’s Chinese-made J-10 fighter jet shot down at least two Indian military aircraft, including a French-made Rafale, according to two U.S. officials cited by Reuters. This achievement has demonstrated the capabilities of China’s advanced fighter jet and has intensified the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, a region that is already considered a nuclear flashpoint.

A U.S. official, speaking anonymously, confirmed with high confidence that Pakistan used the J-10 to launch air-to-air missiles, downing at least two Indian jets. Another official identified one downed aircraft as a Rafale, a 4.5-generation fighter recently acquired by India. The J-10 and Rafale are 4.5-generation fighter jets, representing cutting-edge combat technology.

A #US official says there is high confidence that #Pakistan used the Chinese-made J-10 aircraft to fire air-to-air missiles at Indian fighter jets, downing at least two. Another official says one of the Indian jets shot down was a French-made Rafale.https://t.co/ODwD4dYy72

— Al Arabiya English (@AlArabiya_Eng) May 8, 2025

Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, claimed the J-10 downed three Rafales, with a total of five Indian jets lost in air-to-air combat. India has not acknowledged any losses, stating it conducted successful strikes on “terrorist” infrastructure in Pakistan.

Global Implications and Scrutiny

The clash between Pakistan’s J-10, armed with China’s PL-15 missile, and India’s Rafale, equipped with the European Meteor missile, has drawn global attention. Defence analyst Douglas Barrie from the International Institute for Strategic Studies noted that militaries worldwide, including the U.S. and China, study the tactics and weapons used. This engagement offers insights into potential future conflicts, such as over Taiwan, though experts caution that limited details prevent firm conclusions.

Reuters exclusive on downing of Indian #Rafale jets

“One U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said there was high confidence that Pakistan had used the Chinese-made J-10 aircraft to launch air-to-air missiles
against Indian fighter jets – bringing down at least… pic.twitter.com/yiTI8XLzc7

— PTV News (@PTVNewsOfficial) May 8, 2025

India and Pakistan, both nuclear-armed, have fought three major wars and numerous smaller conflicts. The latest escalation follows India’s “Operation Sindoor,” targeting alleged terrorist sites in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Pakistan reported downing 25 Indian drones, while India claimed its air defences stopped Pakistani drone and missile attacks. Global powers, including the U.S., Russia, and China, have called for de-escalation.

  • Pakistan’s Claim: Five Indian jets downed, including three Rafales.
  • India’s Response: No confirmed losses; focus on successful strikes.
  • Global Concern: Urgent calls for calm in a volatile region.

Social media has highlighted the J-10’s PL-15 missile versus the Rafale’s Meteor missile, but details about Meteor deployment remain unclear. Pakistan’s claim of downing five jets can be verified, and India has dismissed some reports as disinformation. The Indian Air Force and Rafale manufacturer Dassault Aviation have not commented.

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