Swedish Defense Minister announces talks with Ukraine on the transfer of Gripen fighter jets

Swedish Defense Minister announces talks with Ukraine on the transfer of Gripen fighter jets

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March 29 2024, 12:40 AM  •  42399 views

Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson announces ongoing talks with Ukraine on the potential transfer of Swedish Gripen fighter jets after joining NATO.

Sweden does not rule out the possibility of supplying Ukraine with its Gripen fighter jets, Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson said in an interview with the Kyiv Independent in Stockholm on March 28, UNN reports .

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According to the Swedish defense minister, discussions with Ukraine on this issue are ongoing.

It is noted that Sweden has been hesitant to supply its aircraft, emphasizing that it first needs to join NATO before it can consider this option.

On March 7, Sweden joined the alliance and potentially "opened the door" for the transfer of the aircraft.

Discussions are ongoing, and they are taking place within the framework of the coalition of fighters

Johnson said.

The Minister reminded that Sweden is also part of the coalition for fighter jets for Ukraine. This is an allied initiative that helps Ukraine acquire American-made F-16 fighter jets and provide the necessary training.

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Speaking about Western aid to Ukraine, Johnson said that Europe should "step up" its support and "make up for some of the support that is falling.

Jonson noted positive developments in the defense industry in Sweden and Europe. Stockholm is investing its own and EU funds in the production of 155-mm shells, which are urgently needed on Ukrainian battlefields.

The country also participates in several international initiatives aimed at increasing ammunition production.

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