Ukraine is finally going to get Gripen fighters built for a Russia fight, but new jets come with new challenges
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Sinéad Baker
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Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets have long been viewed as ideal for Ukraine's fight against Russia and it's long-term security.
Ukraine is finally going to get Gripen fighters built for a Russia fight, but new jets come with new challenges
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Ukraine is set to make the Swedish Gripen fighter jet the backbone of its air force, acquiring 20 new Gripen E models and 16…

The deal will see Kyiv purchase 20 advanced Gripen E models to bolster its defence

As early as 2027, Ukraine will receive 16 Jas Gripen C/D fighter jets, which carry long-range Taurus cruise missiles

“We need these jets, and for us this is really a new page for Ukraine,” Zelenskyy said.

Sweden is preparing to transfer several Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine. — Ukrinform.

In a statement announcing both moves, Stockholm said that Kyiv "plans to allocate" €2.5 billion ($2.9 billion) from the European…