Official announcements from the U.S. Department of Defense or Ukrainian government

Biden Lifts Ban on U.S. Contractors in Ukraine to Service F-16s, Patriots

Nov 8, 2024, 06:18 PM

The Biden administration has lifted a de facto ban on American military contractors deploying to Ukraine to assist with the maintenance and repair of U.S.-provided weapons systems, including F-16 fighter jets and Patriot air defense systems. This policy change, approved before the recent election, aims to ensure the operational readiness of American-supplied military equipment in Ukraine.