The correct answer is France. Key Points - Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force conducted a bilateral Air exercise, Ex Desert Knight-21. - It was conducted at Air Force Station Jodhpur from 20 to 24 Jan 2021. - The exercise is unique as it includes fielding of Rafale aircraft by both sides. - The Indian Air Force aircraft participating in the exercise included - Mirage 2000 - Su-30 MKI - Rafale - IL-78 Flight Refuelling Aircraft - AWACS and AEW&C aircraft