Ukraine Proposes Historic Deal for Rafale Fighter Jets Amid Russian Aggression

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a letter of intent to potentially purchase up to 100 French Rafale fighter jets from France’s defense industrial and technological base. The proposal includes air defense systems and aims to strengthen the Ukrainian military in its conflict with Russia. Breaking Defense reports that the deal could be realized over a timeframe of about 10 years, according to the president’s office.