Ukraine will receive six F-16 fighters from Norway later this year. This was reported by the Norwegian government through «Offentlig».
«The ability of Ukraine to defend itself against airborne attacks is crucial in its defense against Russia. Norway has decided to transfer six F-16 fighters to Ukraine,»
said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. According to him, the transfer of the aircraft will take place within this year.
In the fall of last year, the Norwegian government made the decision to transfer F-16 fighters to Ukraine as part of international cooperation with Denmark, the Netherlands, and the United States. Norway is also participating in the training of Ukrainian pilots in Denmark starting in the fall of 2023.
Earlier, the aforementioned group IS reported that thanks to the F-16 fighters, protection of the maritime corridor for civilian vessels will be ensured,
said Vice Admiral Oleksiy Neizhpapa, Commander of the Naval Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
