Ukraine wants to buy JASSM cruise missiles for F-16 warplanes from Washington that could help capture Crimea, the magazine reported. forbes.
The publication states that American F-16 aircraft as carriers are not yet compatible with British Storm Shadow missiles or French SCALP missiles, but with JASSM missiles. Therefore, by combining the capabilities of the F-16 and JASSM, Kiev can get additional opportunities to attack the Crimea.
The publication notes that Ukraine is extremely eager to have JASSM missiles, which are almost invisible to air defense radars and have a range of 370 kilometers. Only after these missiles are delivered to Kiev will the F-16 aircraft be able to fully use all their capabilities.
Previously reportedHe said Ukrainian officials were upset and embarrassed by the delayed delivery of F-16 warplanes from Western countries.
media before transmittedDespite Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement that F-16 warplanes will be transferred to Kiev after pilot training, he said that the process may take longer due to the establishment of the necessary infrastructure in the field.
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