Gripen fighter jets
Coverage of Gripen fighter jets in the Nexus archive.
- Sweden to Supply Meteor Long-Range Missiles for Ukraine’s Gripen Fleet
Sweden will supply Ukraine with long-range Meteor air-to-air missiles for its future Gripen fighter jets to enhance air combat capabilities against Russian aircraft near the front line. The missiles are produced by European defense company MBDA.
- Zelenskyy says Ukraine hits a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week
Ukrainian forces struck Russia's Ufa oil refinery and a missile component plant in Penza, as reported by President Zelenskyy. Ukraine's drone attacks have disrupted Russian fuel supplies and military logistics, while Sweden agreed to provide Gripen fighter jets to support Ukraine.
- Zelenskyy says Ukraine hits a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week
Ukrainian forces struck Russia's Ufa oil refinery and a missile component plant in Penza, intensifying attacks on Russian energy infrastructure. Ukraine's drone campaigns have caused fuel shortages in Russia, while Kyiv's military technology gains international interest, including Sweden's agreement to provide fighter jets.
- Zelensky Reveals Massive Russian Weekly Bombardment, Welcomes New IRIS-T Launcher
President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that Russia launched over 2,300 strike drones, 1,560 guided aerial bombs, and 108 missiles against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure. Ukraine received a new German IRIS-T air defense launcher and secured an agreement with Sweden for Gripen fighter jets.
- First Thing: Nato ready to defend ‘every inch’ of territory as Russian drone hits Romania
Nato secretary general Mark Rutte stated the alliance is ready to defend every inch of its territory after a Russian drone hit an apartment building in Romania during an attack on Ukraine. Sweden announced plans to donate 16 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, which will also purchase 20 of the latest model. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed control of 60% of territory in the Gaza Strip.
- Ukraine to acquire up to 20 Gripen fighter jets, on track to receive batch of older models
Ukraine plans to acquire up to 20 Gripen fighter jets using €2.5 billion from the European Union’s Ukraine Support Loan. The funding is allocated for more modern Gripen combat aircraft.
- Zelenskyy heads to Sweden as Ukraine touts drone expertise honed in war with Russia
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Sweden to discuss defense cooperation, including a potential deal for Gripen fighter jets and a major defense package. Ukraine highlights its drone expertise developed during the war with Russia, which has been shared with Middle Eastern countries and EU partners. Despite this, Russia continues to pose threats with long-range missiles, prompting Zelenskyy to seek more U.S. air defense support.