Recently, a claim was making rounds on the internet. The users shared the claim that France has sent a red notice to the Indian Government and Indian Air Force prohibiting the use of Rafale with Russian aircraft in any exercise.
Claim
Users who shared the claim are majorly found to be Pak users. They wrote,” Reportedly France has sent a red notice to the Indian Government and Indian Air Force prohibiting the use Rafale with Russian aircrafts in any exercise.
It also stated that if IAF failed to comply, France will potentially halt the supply of spare parts and technical support.”
Fact Check
On thorough investigation, we found no reports of such news from any media outlet. Additionally, we verified the official websites of both governments, and there was no mention of such news.
Furthermore, At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Emmanuel Macron, President of France, will be visiting India as the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations, as mentioned in the press release on the official website of the Ministry of External Affairs.
Conclusion
Thus from the fact check, it is clear that the viral claim is fake. France has sent no red notice to India.
