In a decisive move to counter Russia's air dominance, Ukraine is on the verge of receiving advanced F-16 fighter jets. Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, in a recent call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, conveyed the Dutch government's commitment to deliver 18 F-16s. Rutte emphasized the significance of this decision in aligning with military support agreements.
Expressing gratitude, Zelenskiy thanked the Dutch government for preparing the jets, highlighting the urgency of the situation. This response follows Ukraine's plea for allies to provide aircraft to counter Russia's air supremacy, leading to a coalition led by the United States, along with Denmark and the Netherlands. This coalition oversees the donation of aircraft, maintenance plans, and pilot training.
Netherlands' F-16 Commitment and Coalition Growth
While awaiting an export permit, the Netherlands allocates funds and resources to prepare the F-16s for delivery. The pending export hinges on criteria fulfillment for staff and infrastructure in Ukraine. Earlier, the Netherlands had dispatched its first U.S.-made F-16s to a training facility in Romania.
Denmark, Norway, and Belgium have also joined the coalition, co...
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