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French Navy Debunks Pakistan's Air Superiority Claims
23 Nov, 2025
Summary
- French Navy calls Pakistan media claims 'misinformation and disinformation'.
- Officer's statements about Pakistan air superiority were fabricated.
- No Indian Rafale jets were confirmed shot down as alleged.
The French Navy has vehemently denounced a Pakistan-based media outlet for publishing false information about India's Operation Sindoor. The outlet's report, published on November 21, falsely attributed statements to French naval commander Captain Yvan Launay, claiming he confirmed Pakistan's air superiority and that Indian Rafale jets were shot down.
The Navy stated on its official X account that all remarks attributed to Captain Launay were fabricated, including his name which was incorrectly reported. The disputed article sensationalized claims that Launay spoke about Pakistan Air Force outperforming during a confrontation and linked outcomes to Chinese support, all of which France has denied.
Captain Launay's actual role involves commanding a naval air station, and his conference presentation was purely technical, discussing Rafale Marine aircraft and pilot challenges. The French Navy clarified that Launay neither confirmed nor denied claims about losses, nor did he comment on Chinese jamming or mention Chinese J-10 aircraft, contrary to the Pakistani media's portrayal.
