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Czech Republic to Supply Combat Planes to Ukraine

1/17/2026

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  • On January 16, 2026, Czech President Petr Pavel announced in Kyiv, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, plans to provide Ukraine with combat planes capable of intercepting drones.
  • The plan could quickly supply several medium combat aircraft, potentially including L-159 fighter jets.
  • Pavel also indicated the possibility of supplying early-warning systems.
  • A new government led by populist Andrej Babis will continue support for Ukraine, but will not allocate funds for aid.