Saab CEO pushes for “sooner rather than later” Swedish Gripen jets for Ukraine
Ukraine is shifting to Western jets, and Sweden’s Gripen could be next. Saab’s CEO is optimistic, but Sweden is holding back, awaiting F-16 implementation.
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Sweden supplies Ukraine with spare parts for Gripen fighter jets
However, the timeline for transferring the jets remains uncertain.
Ukraine in talks for Gripen and Eurofighter jets, Defense Minister says
Ukraine's Defense Minister Umierov reveals negotiations for Gripen and Eurofighter jets, in addition to secured F-16 and Mirage-2000 commitments.
Negotiations for Swedish Gripen jets continue, Ukraine confirms
Ukraine's President's Office confirms ongoing negotiations with Sweden for Gripen fighter jets, countering previous reports. Earlier, Sweden's Foreign Minister indicated openness to supply.
Sweden intercepts Russian jet in first airspace violation since joining NATO
The last such incident happened in 2022. The Swedish Armed Forces condemned Russia's "unacceptable" behavior
Ukraine ready for Swedish Gripens: infrastructure in place, says aviation chief
While Ukraine's current priority is acquiring F-16s, the country has also submitted all the necessary requests to procure Gripens.
Sweden does not rule out providing Gripen jets to Ukraine in future, foreign minister says in Davos
Sweden says it may send Ukraine its Gripen jets in the future. any decision on this matter is contingent upon the country's accession to NATO, Swedish FM says.
Radio Sweden: Ukrainian pilots test-flew Gripen fighter jets
Ukrainian pilots have completed orientation training on Swedish Gripen fighter jets, local media report. Everything reportedly went well, and the results may influence Sweden's decision to transfer these aircraft to Ukraine.
