France Delivers Mirage 2000 Support to Ukraine
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February 6, 2025 15:35
france, ukraine - France delivers first batch of Mirage 2000 fighter jets to Ukraine in support of air defense.
France Supports Ukraine with Mirage 2000 Fighter Jets
France has delivered its first batch of 'Mirage 2000' fighter jets to Ukraine in support of the country's air defense. The French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu stated that Ukrainian pilots, who have undergone months of training in France, will now operate these aircraft to defend Ukrainian skies.
Western countries continue to provide military assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russia. The delivery of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets, as announced by French President Emmanuel Macron on June 6, 2024, marks a significant step in enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities.
No specific details were provided regarding the number of fighter jets sent to Ukraine in this initial shipment.
Ukraine had previously received its first shipment of U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets in August of last year.