During a recent press briefing on Operation Sindoor, senior Indian military officials refrained from confirming reports of Rafale jet losses. Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, when questioned about the downing of Rafale aircraft, stated, "Losses are a part of combat," but declined to provide specifics, citing operational security concerns.

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New Delhi has begun to acknowledge the loss of several fighter jets during 'Operation Sindoor.' Military experts suggest that at least one Rafale may be among the destroyed aircraft. This would mark the first loss in combat for the French aircraft.