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Sweden's prime minister says he discussed Gripen jets with Ukraine's Zelenskiy

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Posted on October 2, 2025

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COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Thursday he and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy had discussed Swedish Saab's JAS Gripen fighter jets at a meeting of

Sweden's PM Discusses Gripen Fighter Jets with Ukraine's Zelenskiy

Discussion on Gripen Jets and Defense Cooperation

COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Thursday he and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy had discussed Swedish Saab's JAS Gripen fighter jets at a meeting of European leaders in Copenhagen.

Details of the Meeting

"We discussed the continued cooperation on developing Ukraine’s future defence, including air defence, and Ukraine's interest in Gripen fighters," Kristersson said on social media platform X.

Potential Military Support

Sweden has debated whether to send Gripen jets to Ukraine, and has not ruled out doing so.

(Reporting by Anna Ringstrom, editing by Louise Rasmussen)

Key Takeaways

  • Sweden's PM and Ukraine's President discussed Gripen jets.
  • The meeting took place in Copenhagen among European leaders.
  • Ukraine shows interest in Swedish Saab's JAS Gripen fighters.
  • Sweden is considering sending Gripen jets to Ukraine.
  • Defense cooperation between Sweden and Ukraine is ongoing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Gripen jets?
Gripen jets are a series of fighter aircraft designed and manufactured by the Swedish aerospace company Saab. They are known for their advanced technology and versatility in various military operations.
What is air defense?
Air defense refers to the measures taken to protect a country or region from aerial threats, such as enemy aircraft or missiles. It includes systems and strategies to detect, track, and neutralize these threats.

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