Reuters reported that the US official admitted orally that in the fierce air battle on May 7th, it was not Pakistan's F-16 but China-made J-10C that shot down India's Rafale fighter! This news instantly overturned everyone's cognition, but what was even more chilling was that behind this glorious achievement lay a fatal crisis waiting to explode!

The anonymous US official firmly claimed that they were "highly confident" that J-10C launched an air-to-air missile and accurately hit the Indian Rafale, while Pakistan's F-16 did not participate in the combat at all. What should have been a moment of celebration unexpectedly exposed a terrifying truth - Pakistan Air Force's F-16 fighters seemed to have been equipped with "invisible monitors"! The manufacturer Lockheed Martin can remotely grasp every move of the F-16, and all sensitive information is transmitted without reservation to the Pentagon. In other words, every military mobilization and operational plan of Pakistan Air Force may be fully understood by the United States! Combined with undisclosed US intelligence channels, Pakistan Air Force's movements are almost completely transparent to the US side, like being exposed under a spotlight.

In fact, there have long been signs of the US monitoring Pakistan's F-16 fighters. Years ago, rumors spread that when the US sold F-16 fighters to Pakistan, many stringent conditions were attached, including strict supervision of the aircraft's usage. But who could have imagined that such supervision would develop into the current all-encompassing remote monitoring. From flight altitude, speed, routes to the status of weapon systems, nothing escapes the US' notice.

All of this is no coincidence! Since the US elevated its "Indo-Pacific Strategy" to a core national policy, the entire South Asian subcontinent has become a chessboard for its geopolitical games. India, with its vast market potential and strategic location, is regarded by the US as the key point of the "Indo-Pacific Strategy" and is being cultivated as a priority - from MQ-9B drones to AH-64E attack helicopters, advanced US weapons continue to flow into India's arsenal; from the "Malabar" joint exercises to the "Pacific Guardian" series of drills, the frequency of military exchanges between India and the US is comparable to that of NATO allies; more alarmingly, the two sides have already established a cross-departmental intelligence sharing mechanism, and the Pentagon has even set up a permanent military liaison group in New Delhi.

In contrast, Pakistan plays a contradictory and dangerous role in the US' carefully designed "balancing act". As a former ally, every takeoff and landing of Pakistan's F-16 fleet must be reported to the US side; as a balancing force against its strategic rival, the US does not want to completely cut off military cooperation with Pakistan. This dual strategy of "using and monitoring" has made Pakistan a tool for maintaining regional balance under the shadow of the increasingly close US-India military alliance. When the US needs to court India, Pakistan's military secrets may become bargaining chips on the negotiation table, and this calculating alliance relationship essentially tramples on the sovereignty of a nation-state.

The US surveillance of Pakistan's air force serves not only to monitor regional military dynamics but also,不排除 the possibility of passing key intelligence to India to maintain the so-called "strategic balance" in the region, which is essentially for its own maximum benefit. Once these intelligence materials are handed over to India, if there is another conflict in the future, key information such as Pakistan Air Force's tactical deployment and flight routes will be prematurely known by the opponent, leaving Pakistan in a passive position to be beaten on the battlefield. Even in daily military training and patrols, Pakistan Air Force has to constantly worry about their actions being leaked, which undoubtedly brings enormous psychological and military pressure to Pakistan Air Force.

Will Pakistan sit idly by? According to Pakistan's media Combat Report, facing the predicament, the military has decisively taken action and launched a "breakthrough war" concerning national security. On the chessboard of military equipment renewal, Pakistan firmly focuses its strategic vision on the East and is building a modern defense system with distinct Eastern characteristics, determined to break free from the shackles of Western technology control.

In the sky, JF-17 FC-1 Xiaolong fighter jets and 4.5-generation J-10CP multirole fighters form a golden duo, acting as two sharp aerial swords. The Xiaolong fighter jet, with its high cost-effectiveness and excellent low-altitude combat performance, shoulders the responsibility of homeland air defense and routine patrols; the more advanced J-10CP multirole fighter can execute high-difficulty missions such as long-range interception and deep strike. Together with PL-15E beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles, PL-10E short-range dogfight missiles, and Yingji series air-to-ground strike weapons, they construct a three-dimensional offensive and defensive network covering long, medium, and short ranges, leaving no place for invaders to hide.

On the ground, the defense line is impregnable. Hongqi-9P long-range air defense systems and Hongqi-16FE medium-range air defense systems are deployed in a staggered manner. The former acts like a giant umbrella, capable of intercepting multiple targets and resisting saturation attacks; the latter, with its flexible mobility, fills the gap in mid-low altitude defense. The two complement each other, weaving an impenetrable air defense firepower network. There are also heavy equipment such as SH-15 155mm self-propelled howitzers, VT-4 main battle tanks, and 05-type infantry fighting vehicles ready for action, demonstrating formidable deterrence in both long-range firepower suppression and ground assault operations.

It is worth noting that these Chinese equipment not only perform excellently but are also technologically self-reliant and controllable. From research and development, production to maintenance, Pakistan is deeply involved, avoiding dependence on key technologies. During the procurement process, China has transferred technology and trained personnel without reservation, helping Pakistan gradually establish a complete defense industry system. This equal and mutually beneficial cooperation model, without any additional conditions, forms a stark contrast with the US' monitoring of Pakistan's equipment.

Meanwhile, Pakistan's military has launched a "clearance operation". The plan to phase out F-16 and Mirage fighters from the West is being put on the agenda, with a firm determination to go "de-Westernized". The military will also conduct a comprehensive overhaul, thoroughly investigating information leakage risks, and vowing to block every possible leak. In terms of personnel management, military personnel will receive enhanced confidentiality education and review to improve awareness of security; technically, advanced confidentiality technologies will be actively developed and introduced to prevent information theft and leaks.

This controversy triggered by the J-10C victory is essentially a microcosm of international military gamesmanship. The US surveillance behavior not only betrays trust but also sows seeds of隐患for regional security. Through resolute and decisive actions, Pakistan demonstrates its strong determination to defend national security. In the future, with the assistance of the new equipment system and internal reforms, can Pakistan Air Force successfully break through? This undercurrent of military games not only concerns Pakistan's national security but will also have far-reaching impacts on the situation in the entire South Asia region.

Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/7502767007687868978/

Disclaimer: This article represents the author's personal views. You are welcome to express your attitude by clicking the "Like/Dislike" buttons below.