mniraq - Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Khalid Al-Tamimi confirmed that all aerial missions within Iraqi territory are executed with complete independence and without foreign interference, noting that Iraqi F-16 jets have conducted continuous combat missions with fully national maintenance crews. He explained that Iraqi drones are handling continuous reconnaissance and aerial surveying of all Iraqi lands. Al-Tamimi revealed ongoing negotiations with several countries to acquire advanced aircraft, notably French Rafale jets, emphasizing serious efforts towards local drone manufacturing and maintaining a comprehensive airspace protection system.
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Sep 28, 2026
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Iraqi Air Force Confirms Operational Independence and Reveals Negotiations to Purchase Rafale Jets
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