Ukraine will likely receive up to 150 JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets from Sweden.

On Wednesday, Sweden and Ukraine signed a letter of intent for the sale of between 100 and 150 JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets.

If the deal goes through, it will mark the first time the Ukrainian Air Force adds a completely new fighter jet to its arsenal in over 30 years.

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Sweden to seal the deal that could change the future of the Ukrainian Air Force.

“Today we have signed an important Letter of Intent, marking a step towards a massive possible export deal regarding Gripen – likely between 100 and 150 fighter jets, to build a new and very strong Ukrainian Air Force,” Swedish prime minister Ulf Kristersson said.

The Swedish leader emphasized that the letter of intent aims to deepen air force cooperation between the two countries.

“We greatly value our relations with Sweden and all forms of support for our people. And today, one of the key........

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