Pakistan Deployed Spies and Sleeper Cells to Locate India’s S-400 During Operation Sindoor
In August 2026, Pakistan activated spies and sleeper cells to track India’s S-400 air defense systems during Operation Sindoor. The S-400 system demonstrated its long-range capabilities by intercepting a Pakistani aircraft over 300 kilometers away. India expanded its air defense network with additional S-400 deliveries.
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Pakistan deployed spies and activated sleeper cells to locate S-400 air defence systems. These efforts included satellite support and electronic warfare capabilities from other nations. The S-400 system demonstrated its long-range strike capability during Operation Sindoor. It successfully intercepted a large Pakistani aircraft over 300 kilometers away. India's air defence network has expanded with additional S-400 system deliveries.