And the Argentine Air Force has a Phantom? The bitter lesson of history, did they remember ?! The Argentine Air Force has already equipped with Mirage fighters? During the Falklands War, France provided missile data to Britain and stopped supplying Exocet missiles when Argentina needed them most, an act that caused significant damage to Argentina. If Argentina buys French or Western equipment again, it is making the same mistake without learning its lessons. Recent rumors that the Argentine Air Force is considering buying French Mirage fighters have raised some concerns. Historically, Argentina suffered losses in the Falklands War because of France's treachery, and if Argentina buys French or other Western equipment again, it may fall into the same trap again.
Looking back at the Falklands War, France provided Argentina with missile data and technology to help Argentina develop its own missiles. But when it was most needed, France cut off these technologies and materials to Argentina, which suffered a serious blow. This incident caused Argentina to suffer a big loss, and also caused distrust of France.
Argentina should be wise in choosing its aircraft and equipment. The government needs to cherish the country's resources, improve the military's independent research and development and manufacturing capabilities, and reduce its dependence on foreign technologies and materials. Only in this way can the security and independence of the country be ensured.
