Denmark to Transfer F-16 Aircraft to Ukraine Together with the Netherlands. These fighter jets will enable the protection of Ukrainian airspace against Russian aggression. Source: European Truth.
Denmark has announced that together with the Netherlands, it will transfer F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. These aircraft will enable the protection of Ukrainian airspace against Russian aggression. This was stated in a statement by the Ministry of Defense of Denmark.
“I am proud that Denmark, together with the Netherlands, will transfer F-16 fighter jets to support Ukraine’s fight for freedom against Russia and its criminal aggression. Denmark’s unwavering support for Ukraine is steadfast, and with the transfer of F-16 fighter jets, Denmark has taken a leadership role in this matter,” stated Danish Minister of Defense Jacob Ellemann-Jensen.
The Danish government has also pledged to work towards getting other countries to join the coalition and ‘contribute to the fight for Ukraine’s freedom.’
Ukraine will receive 42 F-16 fighter jets from the Netherlands.
Previously, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine would receive 42 F-16 fighter jets.
“Today, we are taking another step to strengthen Ukraine’s aerial shield. F-16. Aircraft that we will use to keep Russian terrorists far away from Ukrainian cities and villages.”
Together with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, they agreed on the number of F-16s that will be provided to Ukraine after the training of pilots and engineers. 42 aircraft. And this is just the beginning,” the President added.
In mid-July, 11 partner countries along with Ukraine signed a memorandum that outlines the terms for training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets.
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