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Why did the generals send drones to hit us? Three guesses
By R Prasannan May 25, 2025Prasannan, Resident Editor, New Delhi, is an expert in defence and foreign affairs. He takes keen interest in history. He has been with THE WEEK since its launch in 1982
Why did the generals send drones to hit us? Three guesses
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