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Ukraine Pursues Swedish Gripen Jets Amid Russian Threats

2/4/2026

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Ukraine's Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov says Kyiv is in talks with Sweden to acquire Gripen jets and Meteor missiles to bolster its air force against Russian threats.
Sweden has signed a letter of intent to export up to 150 Gripen jets, though no final agreement has been reached.
Recent conversations indicate the Meteor missile could be part of a larger Swedish aid package, potentially including air defense systems and drones.

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Ukraine's Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov says Kyiv is in talks with Sweden to acquire Gripen jets and Meteor missiles to bolster its air force against Russian threats.
Sweden has signed a letter of intent to export up to 150 Gripen jets, though no final agreement has been reached.
Recent conversations indicate the Meteor missile could be part of a larger Swedish aid package, potentially including air defense systems and drones.