Sweden has taken a significant step towards bolstering Ukraine's air defense by signing a letter of intent to export up to 150 domestically produced Gripen fighter jets. Announced after Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the agreement underscores both countries' commitment to strengthening military cooperation.

Despite the lengthy road ahead, Kristersson emphasized Sweden's dedication to exploring possibilities for providing Ukraine with a substantial number of Gripen fighters. The agreement includes provisions for exporting 100-150 newly produced Gripen E jets, highlighting a pivotal shift in regional defense strategies.

The initiative follows Ukraine's focus last year on deploying American-made F-16 fighters. With Ukrainian pi

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