In a demonstration of solidarity with Ukraine, both the Netherlands and Denmark have made a formal commitment to provide F-16 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s air defense capabilities.
This announcement coincided with a visit by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to the Netherlands, where Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte officially confirmed this pledge.
Prime Minister Rutte disclosed that the Netherlands currently possesses a fleet of 42 F-16 fighter jets and expressed the country’s intention to allocate these aircraft to support Ukraine’s defense efforts. However, he underscored that the details of the transfer will be subject to specific conditions and agreements. This move reflects a strengthening of international support for Ukraine’s security and defense endeavors.