India and France are in discussions to finalise a major deal for the procurement of SCALP cruise missiles, following their successful use by the IAF in precision strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan during Operation Sindoor last year.
About SCALP Missile:
The SCALP missile, also known as Storm Shadow, is a long-range, air-launched cruise missile.
It was developed together by France and the United Kingdom.
It is in service withmultiple NATO and allied air forces.
Features:
It is powered by turbojet engines and has a range of 250 km.
The missile has a tandem warhead configuration, comprising a shaped charge for initial penetration and a secondary high-explosive charge for enhanced lethality.
Capable of night and all-weather operations, SCALP is particularly effective for penetrating hardened bunkers and ammunition stores.
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