China's Espionage Efforts Target Rafale Fighter Sales
A US congressional report confirms China’s attempt to exploit the 2025 India-Pakistan clash to undermine the Rafale fighter. The report details how Chinese embassy officials and online networks used disinformation campaigns to disparage the Rafale, including AI-generated imagery and video game footage. The incident highlights China’s growing influence in regional procurement and its ability to track Rafale operators. The report was first reported by AeroTime.