Tag: military assistance
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Sweden Bolsters Ukraine's Air Defense with $2.5 Billion Gripen Jet Deal
Sweden is ramping up its support for Ukraine's defense with a game-changing $2.5 billion deal to deliver 16 Gripen E fighter jets, boosting the country's air defense capabilities. The first 16 Gripen C/D jets will arrive in early 2027, with Saab, the manufacturer, set to provide spare parts and pilot training as part of the agreement.
US Weighs Overhaul of Military Aid to Lebanon's Army
The US is rethinking its $3 billion military aid package to Lebanon's army, with Republican Sen. Jim Risch warning that an era of unconditional support must end, as critics argue the aid hasn't adapted to growing challenges on the ground in two decades.