Ukrainian Pilot Association head says securing Ukraine’s skies requires 200 aircraft
To defend against Russian military aviation, Ukraine needs a modern fleet of up to 250 aircraft, says Hennadii Khazan.
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Germany delivers 15 Leopard 1 A5 tanks, two Patriot launchers in new aid for Ukraine
Berlin boosts Ukraine's air defenses with advanced missile systems and ammunition as Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure intensify, though Taurus long-range missiles remain absent from the package.
Forbes: Ukraine’s Su-27 jets launch US glide bombs deep into Russian territory
Ukrainian Air Force Su-27s are conducting precision strikes against Russian targets using American GBU-39 smart bombs, demonstrating successful integration of Western weapons with Soviet-era aircraft.
Russia to provide MiG-29 and Su-27 fighters to North Korea in exchange for troops
US Indo-Pacific Commander Paparo says Russia will send the Soviet-era fighter jets in exchange for some 12,000 Pyongyang troops deployed in Russia.
Ukrainian Legion set to begin training in Poland by end of 2024
In a strategic partnership, Ukraine and Poland are launching the Ukrainian Legion, with the first unit to begin training by year’s end.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 916: Ukraine tests first domestic ballistic missile
Meanwhile, a Russian combat drone's incursion into Polish airspace has sparked urgent discussions within NATO, raising concerns about escalating provocations.
Zelenskyy urges Poland to provide MiG jets and support missile interception over western Ukraine
Speaking at the "Ukraine 2024. Independence" forum, Zelensky emphasized the urgency of Poland's military support, noting that the MiG jets would require no additional training for Ukrainian pilots.
Poland considers transferring additional MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine
Poland is contemplating giving Ukraine another batch of MiG-29s, at least 14 aircraft. Immediate transfer is impossible because they are used in NATO patrols.
Espionage exposed: Moldova’s former top general covert ties with Russian intelligence unveiled in new investigation
Former Moldovan military leader Igor Gorgan spied for Russia for months, found the investogation.
Air Force: Upcoming Ukrainian F-16s to successfully integrate with Soviet-era Mig-29 aircraft
Spokesman says the Ukrainian Air Force's Soviet-made MiG-29 aircraft will be able to effectively cooperate with the soon-to-arrive F-16 aircraft, as experience with joint operations already exists.
Poland hands over 10 MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine
Poland has already transferred ten Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine as part of its military support. This…
Poland to gradually transfer MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine – Polish President Duda
Polish President Andrzej Duda stated that Poland would gradually transfer MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine as it replenishes its…
Germany allows Polish export of formerly East German MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine – media
The German government granted Poland’s request to export MiG-29 fighter jets from former East German military stocks to…
Germany pledges a swift response to Poland’s request to send old MiG-29s to Ukraine – DW
Poland has made a formal request to Germany for permission to send Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine,…
Bulgaria denies free transfer of MiG-29s to Ukraine but seeks “triangular deals” to replace weapons
The Ministry of Defense of Bulgaria did not negotiate the free transfer of MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine.…
Poland to send Ukraine armoured vehicles, mortars, MANPADs, four more MiG-29s – Zelenskyy
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that Poland will provide a new military assistance package, which is…
Poland to send six more MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine – Duda
On 5 April, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady, Olena Zelenska, arrived in Wasaw to meet Polish…
Poland has already sent several MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine – Polish official
Several MiG-29 fighter jets have already been sent to Ukraine, and Ukraine is expected to seek further support,…
Slovakia approves sending 13 Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine
On 17 March, Slovak Prime Minister Eduard Heger reported on Twitter that the government of Slovakia approved sending…
Poland to send Ukraine at least four MiG-29 fighter jets “within the next few days” – Polish President Duda
At a news conference in Warsaw, Poland’s president Andrzej Duda announced that his country would send Ukraine at…