Ukraine may keep some F-16 fighter jets at foreign bases to protect them from Russian strikes, while Western allies provide over 60 F-16s to aid Ukraine in fending off Russian attacks. Russian President Putin warns against hosting these jets in NATO countries, stating they could become legitimate targets.
Key Points
Ukraine considering storing F-16s at secure foreign bases to maintain operational fleet.
F-16s could help protect front-line regions from Russian glide bombs.
Western allies providing military support to Ukraine amidst Russian offensive.
Pros
Ukraine receiving support from Western allies in the form of F-16 fighter jets.
Ability to store some F-16s at secure foreign bases to protect them from Russian strikes.
Cons
Russian President Putin warning against hosting F-16s in NATO countries, threatening potential strikes against them.