On Monday, May 26, the Netherlands will complete the process of transferring F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine.
The last of the 24 promised aircraft is expected to be sent tomorrow.
This was stated by the Dutch Minister of Defense, Ruben Brekelmans, as reported by Hart van Nederland.
The Netherlands is concluding the F-16 transfer to Ukraine
«This means that all 24 promised fighter jets will soon be present in Ukraine,» he said.
The Minister added that the Netherlands is also training pilots and technicians and sharing military doctrines, «so that Ukraine can build a modern armed force that aligns with NATO member countries.»
The Netherlands allocated €150 million to strengthen Ukraine's air defense
In early April, the Netherlands pledged to allocate 150 million euros to enhance Ukraine's air defense.
At that time, the Minister of Defense, Ruben Brekelmans, noted that air defense is one of the priorities in supporting the Ukrainians.
Amsterdam has also expressed its intention to invest 500 million euros in a drone production project.
