Enormous blow for Putin as F16s mark second of hope that Russia will ‘lose the battle’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Danish lawmakers on Monday for his or her help in resisting Russia‘s invasion, and has mentioned he’s assured that the brand new navy support provided will result in Russia ‘dropping the battle’.

This comes after Denmark and the Netherlands introduced they’ll present Ukraine with F-16 warplanes, anticipated to reach by the tip of the yr.

During his go to to Copenhagen, Zelensky warned that if Russia succeeds, Europe could possibly be at risk from additional assaults.

He pressured Ukraine‘s battle for freedom and democracy towards tyranny.

He mentioned: “All of Russia’s neighbours are beneath menace if Ukraine doesn’t prevail.”

Speaking to thousands of people outside the Danish Parliament, he added: “Today we’re assured that Russia will lose this battle.”

Ukraine urgently needed new planes as its current fleet is old and its counteroffensive lacks air support.

Zelensky shared that they’ll receive 42 F-16s, with Denmark pledging 19. These are set to arrive by year-end, after pilot training.

However, experts say it might take years to be combat-ready. While some training has begun, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte clarified it’s mainly language lessons.

Apart from training, other challenges include maintenance, spare parts, runways, shelters, and weapons supply.

Despite these hurdles, Zelensky’s visit to Denmark marked a show of solidarity as people cheered and waved flags in support of Ukraine‘s battle towards Russia.