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Sweden is preparing to supply Ukraine with different variants of JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets.

Axar.az reports that Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson is expected to announce the delivery of the JAS 39 Gripen C/D fighter jets on Thursday.

At the same time, negotiations are expected to begin on the potential sale of the more advanced JAS 39 Gripen E model to Ukraine, possibly financed through an EU loan.

The report says the move would significantly strengthen Ukraine’s air capabilities amid the ongoing war.

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Ukraine and Sweden have signed a declaration on deepening defense cooperation.

The declaration was signed during a meeting in Sweden between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.

According to the statement, Sweden will deliver 16 Gripen C/D fighter jets to Ukraine, with deliveries set to begin in early 2027.

In addition, Kyiv will receive 20 of the more advanced Gripen E aircraft, with deliveries expected to start in 2030.

Sweden will also take responsibility for pilot training and aircraft maintenance.