Sweden detains Russians who “camped” near home of CEO of Gripen jets Ukraine is buying
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France hasn’t finalized terms or funding for the 16 Rafale jets promised to Kyiv
What a Paris summit unveiled two weeks ago remains, in the manufacturer's own words, a stated intention rather than a purchase contract.
Ukraine lost three fighters in one day—one outranged in the air, two caught on the ground. The Gripen fixes both
A Russian missile downed one MiG from beyond the range it could shoot back; drones caught the other two parked. The Swedish jet that arrives next year is built against exactly these losses.
Sweden’s first 16 Gripens to reach Ukraine in early 2027. They come with weapons
Zelenskyy and Swedish officials reaffirmed plans to deliver 16 Gripen C/D jets to Ukraine in early 2027, a month after the deal was first announced.
Half of Ukraine’s new trainer planes were bought by Czech charity. Fund is called “Gift for Putin”
The light planes let Ukraine train future fighter pilots at home and slash the cost of every flight hour.
For three years, Russia glide-bombed Ukraine in escorted pairs. Now Ukraine is glide-bombing Russia the same way.
High-flying escorts are protecting Ukraine's glide bombers from Russian jets. It's a familiar tactic.
Swedish fighters intercept Russian Su-24 and Su-34 over Baltic Sea
"Russia's behavior...indicates a repeated pattern," said Eva Skoog Haslum.
Ukraine will receive “long arm” against Russian aircraft battering front positions with glide bombs
Ukraine's first Gripens will come with Meteor missiles to push back Russian glide-bomb aircraft.
Zelenskyy and Sweden’s Kristersson sign joint defense declaration at Uppsala air base, including work within Drone Deal
Also, Stockholm unveiled its largest aid package for Kyiv, worth $2.7 billion.
Ukrainian pilots have started training on Swedish Gripens — jets that may carry long-range Meteor missile
Sweden will transfer 16 Gripen C/D jets as aid and let Ukraine buy up to 20 newer Gripen E/F with €2.5 billion in EU loans.
Sweden announced transfer of 16 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine by 2030
Stockholm to deliver 16 aircraft in first tranche as part of a potential 150-jet order
Sweden prepares to donate Gripen C/D jets to Ukraine and open E-model sale talks
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson details the plan at an Uppsala airbase on 28 May, with Kyiv funding later purchases via an EU loan.
Ukraine secures 150 Swedish Gripens and 100 French Rafales in twin fighter jet deals
Ukraine has locked in commitments for 250 Western fighter jets through separate agreements with Sweden and France, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy disclosed while visiting the Kyiv Aviation Institute.
RBS-15 against Russia’s S-400 system: Swedish defense giant that may soon supply Ukraine with 100 Gripen jets, shows new missile
The RBS-15 Mk4 Gungnir was designed in 1980s and adapted for modern battlefield.
Mirage or Rafale? Ukraine teases “historic” French jet deal
Ukraine’s President says a major agreement to boost the country’s air power will be signed with France on 17 November.
Ukraine’s first fighter jet factory: Swedish deal includes full domestic Gripen production
Deal includes not just 150 aircraft but the production lines, tooling, and expertise to manufacture Gripens domestically by 2033.
Dassault says it’s ready to send Rafales to Ukraine — if Kyiv asks
French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation has confirmed it is ready to deliver Rafale fighter jets if Kyiv requests…
Zelenskyy confirms Rafale fighter jet talks with France as Ukraine eyes three-fighter strategy
Ukraine is holding negotiations with France over Rafale fighter jets as part of a planned shift from Soviet aircraft.
Ukraine needs aid, not arm deals
Ukraine is about to receive billions in aid—but may not get to decide how to spend it.
Ukraine signs framework to acquire 100-150 Gripen fighter jets of new generation type
The letter of intent Zelenskyy signed in Linköping creates a framework for potential deliveries but not immediate aircraft transfers.