UK announces $405 mln support for Ukraine's Gripen E fighter jets

Published Jul 18, 02:50 PM UTC

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The UK government has announced a €300 million ($405 million) investment to support the delivery of 16 Swedish-made Saab Gripen E multirole fighter jets to Ukraine. This funding is intended to bolster Ukraine's air force capabilities amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. The announcement underscores continued Western military aid to Ukraine, with the UK playing a key role in facilitating the transfer of advanced fighter aircraft from Sweden. The deal highlights deepening defense cooperation between the UK, Sweden, and Ukraine.

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The UK government has announced a €300 million ($405 million) investment to support the delivery of 16 Swedish Gripen E multirole fighter jets to Ukraine.

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Airforce TechnologyWestern

Original headline: Starmer announces $405m UK backing for Ukraine’s Gripen E fighter jets

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