Zelensky: All Ukrainians waiting for first F-16 fighters to arrive

Zelensky: All Ukrainians waiting for first F-16 fighters to arrive

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President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the F-16 coalition, which is bringing closer the day when the first Ukrainian F-16 fighters will appear in the skies of Ukraine.

The President made the statement on Facebook, Ukrinform reported.

"All Ukrainians are waiting for the day when the first Ukrainian F-16s will appear in our skies when they will strengthen the protection of our cities and communities and the capabilities of our Ukrainian Defense Forces," Zelensky said.

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According to the head of state, "as our pilots and personnel continue training, I am grateful to the F-16 coalition that is bringing this day closer."

As reported, on February 22, in an evening video address, Zelensky expressed his belief that with the arrival of the first F-16 fighters, the Air Force would become stronger this year and new opportunities would appear on the front line.

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