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Ukraine Eyes Gripen Jets to Strengthen Air Force

9/30/2025

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Ukraine's Deputy Defense Minister Ivan Havryliuk says Gripen jets are expected to bolster Ukraine's air force.
Swedish officials have not confirmed Gripen transfers; sales discussions may occur after the war.
Gripen is a fourth-generation fighter with modern variants.
Aircraft costs about $4,000 per hour to fly and can operate from unconventional surfaces, as Russia's drone attacks have intensified.

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Ukraine's Deputy Defense Minister Ivan Havryliuk says Gripen jets are expected to bolster Ukraine's air force.
Swedish officials have not confirmed Gripen transfers; sales discussions may occur after the war.
Gripen is a fourth-generation fighter with modern variants.
Aircraft costs about $4,000 per hour to fly and can operate from unconventional surfaces, as Russia's drone attacks have intensified.