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Denmark and Netherlands Approve F-16 Use in Ukraine to Strike Russian Territory

Aug 31, 2024, 09:18 AM

The Danish Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, has confirmed that Danish F-16 fighter jets are operational in Ukraine. Frederiksen expressed that she was "extremely proud" of the deployment, stating she had advocated for sending the aircraft since the onset of the war. Additionally, she supports Ukraine's right to use Western weapons, including F-16s, to strike targets within Russia. The Netherlands has also approved the use of its F-16s for operations in Russian territory, aligning with the stance that Ukraine should decide on their use. The Czech President echoed this sentiment, emphasizing Ukraine's autonomy in military decisions.