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Four floors of the building were destroyed.
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Denmark to stop training Ukrainian F-16 pilots after 2024
Denmark's transition to F-35 fighters will halt its F-16 training program for Ukrainian pilots by the end of 2024, Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen announced Monday.
US NatSec Advisor Sullivan: F-16s to be based in Ukraine, not abroad
According to Sullivan, the bilateral security agreement between Washington and Kyiv also reinforced this, as part of the plan to create additional combat capabilities in Ukraine.
Denmark unveils 19th military aid package for Ukraine, including F-16s
First Danish F-16s will arrive in Ukraine this summer, joining those from Netherlands, Belgium & Norway
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 846: Russia amasses 10,000 soldiers near Borova for new assaults
Meanwhile, Italy is considering the transfer of Storm Shadow cruise missiles to Ukraine as part of its next military aid package.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 845: Ukrainian forces destroy 15 Russian air defense systems in Crimea over two months
The series of strike came as Ukraine prepares for the arrival of F-16 fighter jets.
US “deliberately” delaying training for Ukraine’s F-16 pilots, Kyiv claims
A Ukrainian official has claimed that a political decision by Washington is damaging operations against Russia due to the slow pace of F-16 pilot training.
Ukrainian forces hit 15 Russian air defense systems in Crimea over two months
Amid preparations for the arrival of F-16 fighter jets, Ukraine continues to destroy Russian defenses, aiming to bolster its own capabilities against ongoing Russian aggression.
Russia steps up offensives to drain Ukraine ahead of F-16 arrivals, Ukrainian commander says
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi highlights Russian strategies to escalate combat intensity and geographical scope, aiming to exhaust Ukrainian troops, disrupt reserve preparations, and prevent Ukraine from initiating active offensive military actions.
Romania to finance training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets at Fetesti air base
The costs will cover the pilots' accommodation and meals, their transportation, fuel consumed during the training, provision of special equipment, and other related goods and services.
ISW: Ukraine targets Russian air defenses ahead of anticipated F-16 deliveries
Ukraine strikes Russian air defenses, likely aiming to degrade capabilities to leverage airpower with anticipated F-16 fighter jet deliveries, as per the ISW.
The Netherlands to invest 400 million euros to produce infantry fighting vehicles for Ukraine
Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren revealed that this production will predominantly take place on Dutch soil, marking a significant boost for the nation's defense industry.
Greek media: First foreign instructor for use of F-16 arrived in Ukraine
The first foreign instructor on the operational use of F-16 fighter jets has already arrived in Ukraine. This is a first flight officer of the Greek Air Force.
BBC: Ukraine can now target military airfields in Russia with Storm Shadow cruise missiles
Ukraine has been granted permission to use long-range Storm Shadow/Scalp cruise missiles to target Russian airfields in Kursk and Belgorod oblasts, BBC says, citing a source.
Dutch endorse Ukraine using F-16s in Russian airspace for self-protection
The Netherlands says it won't object to Ukraine using F-16 fighter jets over Russian territory for self-defense purposes, citing the UN Charter's principle of self-defense.
Denmark allows Ukraine to use F-16s against military targets within Russia, dismisses Russian threats
Denmark's foreign minister says Ukraine can attack Russian military assets with Danish F-16 fighters, brushing off Moscow's threats of retaliation as mere "propaganda war".
Shmyhal: Kyiv expects to receive first F-16s this summer
Defense Minister Umerov also said Ukraine is anticipating the delivery of its first F-16 fighter jets "very soon," but has criticized delays in receiving crucial foreign military aid, with only half arriving on time.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 825: Belgium signs security deal, pledges F-16 jets for Ukraine’s military forces
Belgium has pledged to deliver 30 F-16 fighter jets to Kyiv by 2028, with the initial aircraft arriving this year.
Zelenskyy tours Melsbroek base, meets Ukrainian F-16 pilot trainees
During his visit to Belgium, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited a Belgian airbase to observe Ukrainian military personnel training to operate F-16 fighter jets for use in Ukraine's defense.
Belgium PM: Ukraine to receive 30 F-16s, can use them only within Ukraine
Belgium announces delivery of 30 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine by 2028, with initial aircraft arriving this year. Belgian Prime Minister De Croo says the jets must be used exclusively on Ukrainian soil.
