Former Polish President Duda: US blocked Polish MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine in 2022
President Zelenskyy asked. Poland agreed. But the US vetoed the transfer.
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Makarov vs. sniper rifle: Ukraine’s Air Force still outgunned despite arrival of F-16s
Russia’s advanced fleet continues to rule the skies over Ukraine, says Colonel Ihnat, as Kyiv waits for enough multirole fighters to shift the balance of power.
Ukrainian troops are advancing in Kursk behind a wave of bomb-dropping fighter jets
The dramatic destruction of a pair of bridges outside Zvannoe was a prelude to a Ukrainian advance in western Russia
France boosts Hammer bomb output for Ukraine by nearly 40%
Following JDAM failures, France rapidly modified AASM kits for Ukrainian aircraft. Within four months, the system delivered high precision against GPS-jammed targets.
Ukraine bombs Russia’s border checkpoint in Bryansk Oblast (video)
Ukrainian Air Force's MiG-29 fighter jet precisely bombed the Pogar checkpoint using French-made AASM HAMMER precision munitions.
Frontline report: Ukraine’s new F-16s are now ready to attack Russian jets — and win
With a growing fleet of F-16 fighter jets, Ukraine is shifting its military strategy from defense to attack.
Forbes: Ukraine repurposes Soviet air-to-air missiles for ground-based defense
Ukraine has modified Soviet-era R-73 missiles for ground launch from multiple platforms, including British-built Gravehawks and modified Osa launchers.
Forbes: Ukraine’s MiG-29 takes out Russian drone team in Kursk with four American bombs
Ukraine’s fighter jet wiped out a platoon of Russian drone operators, who had been targeting Sumy Oblast.
Ukrainian MiG-29 strikes Russian squad hiding in Kherson Oblast bunker (video)
Ukrainian air force conducted a precision strike using French-manufactured Hammer glide bombs against a Russian infantry squad seeking shelter in a converted road underpass in occupied Oleshky, footage shows.
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.
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…