Dozens F-16 fighter jets will be delivered to Ukraine by the Netherlands and Denmark when the conditions for their transfer will be met, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced this Sunday during Zelensky’s visit to The Hague. The president of Ukraine talked about 42 fighters.

It’s about her first real engagement concerning the supply of F-16s to the Ukrainian armed forces, which comes just days after the US approved the possible delivery of this type of fighter from the Netherlands and Denmark.

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For a “groundbreaking deal” the president of Ukraine said on Instagram while taking a selfie with Rute. “Specific steps. The jets will be in the sky of Ukraine. Thanks, Netherlands! Thanks, Mark! Thanks to everyone who helps!” he said characteristically.

“Today, we took another step to strengthen Ukraine’s air shield. F-16. These aircraft will be used to keep Russian terrorists out of Ukrainian cities and towns. Mark Rutte and I have reached an agreement on the number of F-16s to be transferred to Ukraine once our pilots and engineers complete their training. 42 fighters. And this is only the beginning” the Ukrainian president also noted in X.

It is noted that Kiev is also discussing with Sweden the acquisition of Gripen fighters.

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