Netherlands to transfer €150m worth of armaments for F-16 Fighting Falcon to Ukraine
The Dutch government has announced a new military aid package for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Here's What We Know
The information was shared by Defence Minister Kajsa Ollongren. We are talking about a package worth 350 million euros. Of these, 150 million euros will be used to purchase ammunition for the fourth-generation F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters, which should arrive in Ukraine in late spring or early summer. Unfortunately, the minister did not say what kind of ammunition we are talking about.
➡️ We also secured a contract for new ISR-drones for about €200 million, together with partner countries. (2/2)#UDCG #StandWithUkraine
- Kajsa Ollongren (@DefensieMin) March 20, 2024
As for the remaining 200 million euros, they will be spent on the purchase of new reconnaissance UAVs. There is no information yet on when deliveries of the weapons will begin.
Flashback
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a multi-role light fighter. It was developed by the American company General Dynamics. Due to its versatility and low cost, the F-16 is a success on the international market. It is in service with 24 countries. The F-16 is the most mass-produced fighter of the fourth generation. As of 2009, over 4,400 have been built and over 2,500 were in service in 2016.
Source: @DefensieMin
