image sourced from original article at A video filmed by a local farmer appears to confirm that Algeria has become the first country outside Russia to receive the advanced Su-57 stealth fighter jet. The footage, reportedly taken near Oum El Bouaghi Air Base, aligns with leaked documents and previous reports indicating that Algeria placed an order for up to 14 of the aircraft, with an estimated value of around $2 billion.
This arms deal marks a significant milestone for Russia, which is seeking new buyers amid reduced business following its invasion of Ukraine. The delivery of the Su-57 is part of Algeria's broader efforts to modernize its air force and could shift the regional balance of power, heightening tensions with neighboring Morocco. Western officials have voiced concerns about the deal, warning it could trigger sanctions and potentially spark an arms race in North Africa.
