Knowing full well that his nation is defeated on the battlefield, Zelensky continues to beg the world for more billions so his staff can buy more luxury homes and cars, while the young Ukrainians are killed off all over the nation. People in the U.S. have had enough of their tax dollars being wasted, and in Europe it is the same situation. But the political game must go on.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has exuberantly confirmed that the much-anticipated F-16 fighter jets have finally touched down in Ukraine after an extended wait. This monumental news was revealed during a stirring ceremony celebrating the Day of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, with F-16s, MiG-29s, and Su-27s gracing the skies above.
🚨The newly arrived Ukrainian F-16 can be seen with advanced MAWS (Missile Approach Warning System).
These sensors alert the aircraft whenever they are fired upon by the enemy. It is suspected that Israel supplied these sensors.
🎥: HENSOLDT pic.twitter.com/Sph86HPStR
— Beats in Brief (@beatsinbrief) August 4, 2024
Zelensky, radiating pride, declared, “The F-16s are here in Ukraine. This achievement is monumental. Our pilots are swiftly mastering these state-of-the-art aircraft and are already deploying them for our defense. I am deeply proud of our team for making this pivotal moment a reality.”
He didn’t hold back in expressing gratitude to the global allies who facilitated this breakthrough, singling out Denmark, the Netherlands, and the United States for their indispensable support. “A heartfelt thank you to all our partners who have been instrumental in providing us with these jets,” Zelensky added with a sense of profound appreciation.
🇺🇦 President Zelenskyy of Ukraine officially reveals the F-16 fighter jet to the public for the first time. The F-16s can be seen with AIM-120 and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles and other sensors.
Can these F-16s turn the tide for Ukraine? What do you think? pic.twitter.com/9kGoMpx4e6
— Beats in Brief (@beatsinbrief) August 4, 2024
The buzz around this development was initially sparked by a Bloomberg report last week, revealing the delivery of an undisclosed number of F-16s to Ukraine. This news was in line with Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s prior announcement, highlighting that these jets were destined to fortify Ukraine’s air defenses by summer, significantly enhancing the country’s ability to counter Russian offensives.
🇺🇦 Glory to Ukraine!! F-16 are officially in Ukraine 🫡 Thanks to Denmark, Netherlands, USA. 😍🥰 pic.twitter.com/cB2MtanGNg
— Intermarium 24 (@intermarium24) August 4, 2024
This delivery marks a pivotal shift in U.S. policy, with the Biden administration announcing in June 2023 that NATO allies would commit to supplying F-16s to Ukraine, a departure from their earlier reluctance. Zelensky has persistently championed the acquisition of these fighter jets, asserting that they are crucial to amplifying Ukraine’s combat effectiveness against the relentless Russian invasion that began in February 2022.
With a forward-looking spirit, Zelensky called upon the Ukrainian Air Force to embody national pride through their aerial prowess, striving for combat successes that would hasten Ukraine’s victory.
This is all just amusing at this point. Russia can take all of Ukraine now if they so choose. Zelensky would still be well off, with mansions all over the world.
Major Points
- F-16 fighter jets have arrived in Ukraine, confirmed by President Zelensky.
- Ceremony showcased F-16s, MiG-29s, and Su-27s in a grand display.
- Zelensky thanked Denmark, the Netherlands, and the U.S. for their support.
- Delivery follows a policy shift announced by the Biden administration in June 2023.
- Jets expected to boost Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression significantly.
Kirk Volo – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
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