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From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :

Prelims level: Exercise Cobra Warrior

Mains level: Not Much

IAF contingent comprising to participate in Exercise Cobra Warrior at the Waddington Air Force Base of the Royal Air Force in the United Kingdom.

Exercise Cobra Warrior

Cobra Warrior is a multinational military exercise that takes place annually in the United Kingdom.
It is designed to improve the readiness and interoperability of the Royal Air Force and allied air forces for joint combat operations.
The exercise brings together military units from different countries, including NATO allies and partner nations, to practice and enhance their air combat capabilities.
During the exercise, the participating air forces conduct a series of realistic training scenarios that simulate air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attacks, and other mission types.
The aim is to provide pilots and ground crews with realistic training experiences to help prepare them for real-world combat situations.