Zelensky hails US decision to back 'fighter jet coalition'
"I welcome the historic decision of the United States and (the US President) to support an international fighter jet coalition. This will greatly enhance our army in the sky," Zelensky said on Twitter.
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- Published Date: 08:20 | 19 May 2023
- Modified Date: 09:19 | 19 May 2023
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday praised a "historic" decision from US leader Joe Biden, who told G7 leaders that his country would support delivering advanced warplanes to Kyiv and training pilots.
"I welcome the historic decision of the United States and (the US President) to support an international fighter jet coalition. This will greatly enhance our army in the sky," Zelensky said on Twitter.
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