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France announces delivery of Mirage 2000 jets to Ukraine
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has expressed unequivocal support for Ukraine’s proposed plan to end the war with Russia. During his visit to Kyiv, Barrot assured that he would work alongside Ukrainian officials to rally international backing for the initiative. During a joint press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andriy Sybiha, Barrot also announced that France will deliver the first batch of Mirage 2000 fighter jets to Kyiv in the first quarter of 2025. This pledge was …
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France set to deliver Mirage jets to Ukraine
France is preparing to supply Ukraine with between 12 to 20 Mirage 2000-5F jets, according to recent reports. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Kyiv is set to receive these French military aircraft in the first quarter of 2025. Meanwhile, Ukrainian pilots are undergoing training sessions in France. The French arsenal reportedly holds 37 Mirage jets, but Paris might release between 12 to 20 units to Ukraine, Avions reports.
French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced that France …
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France to supply Ukraine with Mirage 2000 jets and train pilots, announces President Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will provide Ukraine with Mirage 2000 fighter jets, reports France24.
Macron noted that France would also take responsibility for training Ukrainian pilots to operate these aircraft. The training sessions will be held in France.
"Tomorrow, we will initiate a new cooperation programme and announce the delivery of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets — a fleet of French warplanes that will enable Ukraine to defend its land and airspace. Starting …