F-16 Fighter Jet Is Coming Soon In UKRAIN

Western allies will soon provide Ukraine with U.S.-made F-16 Fighting Falcon jets to aid in their war against Russia. This move aims to strengthen Ukraine’s defenses and counter Russia’s air dominance.

The Netherlands will immediately begin delivering 24 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp announced during a visit to Kyiv on July 6.

Other NATO allies are also pledging to send F-16s to support Ukraine. Norway will provide 22 jets, while Denmark and Belgium will transfer an unspecified number of the aircraft.

Ukraine, which currently operates older Soviet-era jets, has been requesting F-16s since the Russian invasion in February 2022.

Initially, the United States, which has the authority to block NATO allies from transferring the advanced jets to Ukraine, refused these requests. However, the U.S. has since relented and is allowing Ukraine to obtain F-16s through third-party transfers, though it is not sending the jets directly

The F-16 is a highly capable and renowned combat aircraft

Amid reports of impending arms deliveries to Ukraine, Russia has intensified its military strikes. On Monday, Russian forces launched missile attacks against Ukrainian aviation bases and defense industry facilities, according to Reuters.

According to the Kyiv Post, Russia has threatened to attack Western military equipment, including F-16 fighter jets, that has been sent to support Ukraine.

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Netherlands to Send F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine ‘Without Delay

During a weekend visit to Kyiv, Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp announced that the Netherlands will promptly dispatch F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. Veldkamp confirmed this decision, stating that the jets will be delivered without delay following the recent approval of export licenses.