Ukraine has signed a letter of intent with France to purchase up to 100 Rafale fighter jets, along with air defense systems and drones, as part of a major expansion of its air capabilities. The agreement was announced during President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Paris, where he met French President Emmanuel Macron at Villacoublay Air Force Base. The deal includes eight air defense systems and six launchers, with deliveries of drones and guided bombs expected soon and full implementation over the next decade. Macron said Ukraine will also receive a new generation of SAMP/T missile interceptors comparable to the US Patriot system by 2026. Financing options are still under discussion, with potential support from EU grants, loans, or frozen Russian assets. The Rafale jets, produced by Dassault Aviation, are multi-role aircraft similar to the American F-16. This marks Zelensky’s ninth visit to Paris since Russia’s 2022 invasion, underscoring France’s growing role in supporting Ukraine’s defense amid uncertain US aid.
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