The first Gripens for Ukraine will arrive next year: Zelensky outlines the details

Ukraine expects the arrival of the first Gripen aircraft as early as next year! President Zelensky announced this, emphasizing the importance of this step for the country's security. The agreement with Sweden to purchase 150 Gripen aircraft is a historic achievement for the Ukrainian Air Force.

✈️ The first Swedish Gripen planes will arrive in Ukraine next year, – Zelensky The President thanked Sweden for the fighters and added that Ukraine is counting on a total of 150 units. pic.twitter.com/y1hPztO0SZ

— GLAVCOM (@GLAVCOM_UA) October 25, 2025

As a reminder, on October 22, an agreement was signed on intentions to purchase up to 150 Gripen aircraft together with the Prime Minister of Sweden. This step is part of Ukraine's strategy to enhance its combat capability and ensure national security.