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India Leases Two MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drones in $203 Million Deal

India has agreed to lease two MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones in a deal valued at $203 million.

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The agreement strengthens India’s maritime surveillance capabilities and represents a significant defense-related development.

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  1. India leases two MQ-9B Sea Guardians in $203m deal ↗naval-technology.com · Recorded source date: Aug 18, 2026, 4:46 PM UTC

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