The picture shows the Russian S-400 air defense system

For a long time, India has gained many benefits through balanced diplomacy, especially in the military. With its style of "spending big money without caring", it has become the "darling" of military powers such as Russia, the United States, France, the United Kingdom, and Israel. Although nicknamed "Made in Ten Thousand Countries", he does hold many good things that others cannot buy.

However, the S-400 air defense system, which will be delivered in December, is a bit tricky. Even if one keeps buying and selling, balancing diplomacy can still go wrong, especially in the increasingly competitive world of major powers, where India's life is even more difficult.

The picture shows the Russian S-400 air defense system

India has been criticized by the United States for purchasing S-400 air defense systems from Russia. According to the US' Countering US Enemies with Sanctions Act, once Russian air defense systems reach India, the sanction stick hanging over India's head will fall. In fact, this day is coming soon.

Previously, Indian media predicted that the S-400 air defense system ordered from Russia in October 2018 is likely to be delivered in December this year, as President Putin will visit India in December.

Perhaps he received the news in advance and was actually mentioned by the Indian media. Recently, Russia confirmed that it has started delivering S-400 air defense systems to India, expected to be delivered by the end of this year.

The picture shows the Russian S-400 air defense system

This is great news for India, after waiting for so many years, finally welcoming this big killer. Due to the Modi government's aggressive offensive at the border, it has triggered strong backlash from neighboring countries, putting immense pressure on the Indian military.

Especially when facing northern powers, one must not only implement Modi's offensive policy, but also face the consequences of being caught at any time, which puts immense pressure on anyone.

Once the S-400 air defense system is officially installed, it will at least give Indians a sense of security and prevent them from always being anxious.

Considering the characteristics of Indians, on the one hand, they live in dreams and feel like they were born to be the boss; On the other hand, he is extremely insecure and always feels that others will hit him at any time. With the S-400 system, you can have a good sleep now.

The picture shows the Russian S-400 air defense system

Of course, even if India is equipped with the S-400 air defense system, it doesn't make much sense under the strong firepower of the northern powers. It's just for psychological comfort. I'm afraid the Indian army may not understand the situation and really think that with the S-400, they will be the "number one in the world". If incidents arise at the border due to this, the Indian army may return to a state of insomnia.

Although receiving the S-400 system is worth celebrating for the Indian military, the sanction stick that has long hung over India's head may fall at any time. The United States has been deceiving India: Russia's S-400 system is unacceptable. As long as you are an ally of the United States, I can immediately give you the THAAD system. Otherwise, just wait for sanctions.

The picture shows the Russian S-400 air defense system

It is worth mentioning that there are still variables in the sanctions imposed by the United States. The United States has always wanted to bring India into the "Indo Pacific strategy", especially after India provoked incidents in the border area of Ladakh, which has surprised the United States even more.

For this reason, there are many voices within the United States calling for not imposing sanctions on India, in order to avoid pushing India completely towards Russia's side. More importantly, the United States wants to use India to make things difficult for the northern powers.

Although Modi insists that it is a strategic partnership with both Russia and the United States, the S-400 must be purchased. However, due to the significant assistance of Chinese factors, India may be exempted by the United States.

Source: Military of Strong Countries