“Even 50 is nothing”: Zelensky said how many F-16s Ukraine needs
Date: 2024-07-10 Author: Кирило Загоруйко Categories: WAR
Ukraine needs at least 128 F-16 fighters to effectively counter Russia in the skies. This statement was made by Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky during an interview at the Ronald Reagan Institute in the USA.
The President emphasized that Ukraine is constantly waiting for fighter jets from its partners.
“You know, we are constantly waiting. Like my mother was waiting for me after school, but I constantly found reasons to come later. But this is more serious, much more serious,” the head of state noted.
At the same time, he actually stated that the number of F-16s promised to Ukraine by the allies today will not be able to radically change the situation at the front.
“The problem with F-16s is the number and dates of their arrival ... Russia uses 300 aircraft daily in operations against Ukraine,” he said. “We had a decision on 10-20, but even if there are 50, it’s nothing.” .
According to Zelensky, Ukraine needs an air fleet.
“They have 300 aircraft, and we need 128. Our allies have these numbers. Therefore, until we have this number of aircraft, we will not be able to become equal with them (with the Russians - UNIAN) in the sky, it will be difficult," the president added.
