After years of discussion and preparation, Kyiv has struck a deal with Stockholm to obtain dozens of Gripen fighter jets to defend the country as Russia continues its intense aerial bombardment of Ukraine’s cities.

Sweden is preparing to transfer and sell Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, including newer aircraft funded through an EU-backed loan.

According to Aftonbladet, Ukraine will pay for the fighter jets from the EU loan

Ukraine and Sweden take steps towards Ukrainian Gripen acquisition