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Ukraine has decided to acquire 120-150 Saab Gripen fighters to modernize its air force, citing the aircraft's suitability for dispersed operations, advanced electronic warfare capabilities, and lower costs. The transition will take several years and involve significant training and infrastructure adjustments, but it promises a substantial boost to Ukraine's air power amid ongoing conflict.
Ukraine is close to acquiring up to 150 Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets through a letter of intent with Sweden, aiming to modernize its air force and better defend against Russian threats. The Gripen E, an advanced fourth-generation aircraft, is considered ideal for Ukraine's needs due to its operational flexibility, survivability, and interoperability with NATO, although funding remains uncertain.
Seven people, including a 6-year-old girl, were killed and 129 were wounded in a Russian missile strike on the city of Chernihiv in Ukraine. Ukrainian defense minister confirmed that training on F-16 fighter jets has begun, with the US pledging to allow the transfer of F-16s to Ukraine once training is complete. Ukraine is also in talks to obtain Gripen fighter jets from Sweden. Drone attacks on Russia have increased, with a Ukrainian drone damaging a plane in Russia's northwest Novgorod region and another drone being shot down near Moscow.