The U.S. has approved the transfer of F-16s to Ukraine from the Netherlands and Denmark, according to officials from both countries, finally agreeing to send a long-asked-for advanced warplane to Ukrainian troops. Secretary of State Antony Blinken earlier this week signaled his approval for the transfer in a letter to Dutch and Danish leaders. Although…
Three dozen members of the European Parliament are calling for the prompt transfer of fourth-generation F-16 fighters to Ukraine. Ukrainian pilots will begin their training on the aircraft in August. Source: European Pravda, referring to a letter published on 19 July by Tomáš Zdechovský, a member of the European Parliament from the Czech Republic, who initiated the campaign Quote: "Providing Ukraine with these advanced aircraft will significantly enhance its air defence, ensure better citizens'