Aviation coalition will be formed this year – Ukraine’s FM Kuleba

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba stated this during the telethon, RBC-Ukraine reports.

Numerous countries are prepared to establish an aviation coalition to facilitate the transfer of aircraft to Ukraine, equipping the Ukrainian military with new weaponry.

These outcomes stem from the diplomatic efforts and international engagements of all those involved on the diplomatic front, according to Kuleba. 

“The formation of the aviation coalition is expected to occur within this year without a doubt. While the specifics regarding Western planes and Ukrainian pilots taking control of Ukrainian skies still require clarification, everything will unfold rapidly once the coalition is established,” said Kuleba.

Kuleba also emphasized that the matter concerning the aircraft will be resolved sooner than anticipated by Ukrainian society.

• During the Council of Europe summit, President Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity for fighter jets to establish a strong air defense system in Ukraine.

• Great Britain, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands have reached an agreement to create an international coalition specifically for providing fighter jets, training Ukrainian pilots, and procuring fighter jets and ammunition for Ukraine.