US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken revealed, from the sidelines of the NATO summit in Washington, that F-16 fighter jets are on their way from Denmark and the Netherlands to Ukraine. The planes are expected to patrol Ukrainian airspace until this summer, BTA reports.
During NATO's public forum, Blinken shared ideas for a significant aid package for Ukraine. This package is a step towards the closer integration of Ukraine into the bosom of NATO, paving the way for its eventual membership in the alliance.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in a message distributed on Telegram and reported by Reuters, expressed his hopes for further commitments to supply more F-16 aircraft to strengthen the country's defenses.
The international community's support for Ukraine continues, emphasizing the strategic importance of its partnership with NATO members.