Netherlands plans to transfer 24 F-16 fighters to Ukraine
The Netherlands Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren said that the Netherlands is going to provide Ukraine with a total of 24 F-16 fighter jets.
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Search: "fighter jet"06 April 2024
Simultaneous attack on four Russian air bases marks notable inflection in Ukraine's capabilities - ISW
After another attack by Ukrainian drones on at least four Russian airbases, the Russians could lose more than a dozen planes and fighter jets.
Kajsa Ollongren, Minister of Defense of the Netherlands
We have to work on increasing defense production in Ukraine, Europe, and the U.S.
05 April 2024
At least six aircraft destroyed in attack on Morozovsk airfield in Russia - source
The attack on Russia’s Morozovsk airfield was carried out by the Security Service of Ukraine together with the military and defense forces. At least six aircraft were destroyed.
03 April 2024
Russia applying decoy to save warplanes from Ukrainian strikes - British intelligence
Against the background of successful Ukrainian strikes on military targets, Moscow was forced to use methods of camouflage and deception in an attempt to hide its aircraft.
31 March 2024
Every F-16 not flying over Ukrainian skies means more chances for Russia - Dutch politician
Every F-16 fighter jet not flying over the Ukrainian skies means more chances for Russian helicopters, planes, and missiles to land on Ukrainian citizens.
Sjoerd Wiemer Sjoerdsma, Dutch politician
He was among the champions in the Dutch Parliament toward adopting key decisions and resolutions supporting Ukraine and condemning Russian aggression.
30 March 2024
Belgium to allocate EUR 100M to Ukraine for F-16 fighter jet maintenance
As part of the 25th military aid plan for Ukraine, Belgium is allocating €100 million in aid for the maintenance of F-16 combat aircraft to be delivered to Ukraine.
29 March 2024
Ukraine’s Navy spokesman confirms Russian fighter jet downed in friendly fire incident in Crimea
Dmytro Pletenchuk, the spokesman for the Ukrainian Naval Forces, confirmed earlier reports that the Russian aid defense system shot down their own fighter jet, a Su-27, over the Sevastopol bay on March 28.
Russian warplanes drop two FAB bombs over Belgorod region - media
Russian warplanes have accidentally dropped two aerial bombs over Russia's Belgorod region, including a FAB-250 and a FAB-500. Residents of one village had to be evacuated.
Putin made bad impression with terror attack near Moscow - Italian FM
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin made a bad impression with an ISIS attack near Moscow and is engaged in "propaganda" in saying Moscow will down any Western-supplied F-16s used in Ukraine, even at NATO air bases.
23 March 2024
Ukraine’s ambassador discusses air defense needs with Canada’s defense chief
Ambassador of Ukraine to Canada Yulyia Kovaliv discussed with the Minister of Defense, Bill Blair, the pressing needs of Ukrainian military.
22 March 2024
Ten Ukrainian pilots complete basic F-16 training in UK
Ten Ukrainian pilots have undergone basic flight training in the United Kingdom and will now move to advanced flying training provided by the French Air Force before learning to fly F-16 fighter jets.
20 March 2024
Netherlands purchasing over EUR 150M worth of ammunition for F-16 jets in Ukraine
The Netherlands is allocating more than EUR 150 million for the purchase of ammunition for F-16 fighter jets that will be sent to Ukraine.
18 March 2024
Factors affecting battlefield situation
Lieutenant General Ivan Havryliuk explains why it is difficult to expect significant changes on front lines without modern tools of war
14 March 2024
The results of Ukrinform's work in February 2024
Ukrinform promptly and comprehensively covered the international activity of state leaders and government officials, as well as important events in support of Ukraine across the globe.
Yuriy Shcherbak, writer, diplomat
In relations with Poland, one should not press on the historical "calluses" that have been rubbed off over 400 years
11 March 2024
Six F-16 fighter jets could be delivered to Ukraine this summer – NYT
Six of the 45 F-16 fighter jets promised by European countries are expected to be delivered to Ukraine this summer.
U.S., Japan in defense cooperation talks to help Ukraine - media
Japan and the United States are discussing the possibility of cooperation in the field of military equipment to provide Ukraine with more ammunition and expand Japan’s capacities to repair American warships and fighter jets.
10 March 2024
Hangar ablaze near St Petersburg airport in Russia - media
In the northwest part of the Russian city of St. Petersburg, an industrial building is on fire next to Pulkovo Airport.
03 March 2024
Russia used 400 glide bombs, over 50 Shahed drones against Ukraine this week - Zelensky
Since the beginning of this week, Russia has already used almost 400 glide bombs, more than 50 Shahed one-way attack drones and more than 40 missiles against Ukraine.
Zelensky: All leaders, intl organizations must respond firmly to Russia's actions
All leaders and international organizations must respond firmly to Russia's actions.
02 March 2024
Air Force confirms downing of another Russian fighter jet
The Eastern Air Command confirmed the downing of another fighter-bomber of the Russian invaders.
Russian A-50s not flying over Sea of Azov for sixth day – Ukrainian Air Force
Russian Su-34 and Su-35 fighter jets can no longer feel free in the sky.
01 March 2024
Zelensky: New fighter jets will be in our skies this year
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that new fighter jets will be in Ukrainian skies this year.
Zelensky, Rutte meet in Kharkiv, sign off security cooperation deal
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands held a meeting in Kharkiv where the two leaders signed a bilateral agreement on security cooperation.
28 February 2024
Ukraine’s General Staff: 102 combat clashes on battlefield in past day
The enemy launched 8 missile attacks and 75 airstrikes, as well as 141 attacks involving multiple launch rocket systems on the positions of the Defense Forces of Ukraine and populated areas.
27 February 2024
Ukrainian defense forces destroy another Russian Su-34
Another Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber was destroyed in the east.
Ukraine downs 11 kamikaze drones, two Kh-59 missiles overnight Tue
Ukraine’s air defense forces shot down 11 one-way attack drones and two missiles Russia launched in the past few hours.
War update: 96 combat clashes along frontlines in Ukraine
A total of 96 combat engagements have taken place over the past day in Ukraine as the Russian invasion forces launched six missile strikes and 92 airstrikes, as well as 110 attacks involving multiple rocket launchers.