The much-anticipated arrival of F-16 fighter jets in Ukraine is stirring up excitement, but experts warn that their impact might not be as dramatic as hoped. Though these advanced planes are set to boost Ukraine's air defenses, they are expected to stay away from the front lines due to Russia's strong air defenses. With only a limited number of jets and a slow training process for pilots, the F-16s are unlikely to change the course of the conflict immediately. Instead, they might just serve as a morale booster and a symbol of Western support, while the real impact on the battlefield remains uncertain.
The much-anticipated F-16 fighter jets are scheduled to arrive in Ukraine in a few weeks, but officials from both the West and Ukraine warn that although Kyiv initially hailed the planes as a revolutionary weapon, they are unlikely to have an instant impact on the battlefield—where Russia is gradually gaining ground reports the Washington Post.
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