UK invests £300m to support Ukraine's purchase of Saab Gripen fighters

The UK is investing £300 million ($404.3 million) to support Ukraine’s purchase of Saab Gripen fighters, the government announced in London. The funding, which comes as Kyiv seeks to modernise its air force with Western combat aircraft, is intended to accelerate the integration and delivery of the Swedish-made jets. The move underscores Britain’s deepening commitment to Ukraine’s long-term defence capabilities, though no timeline has been given for when the Gripens might arrive on the front lines. The investment marks a significant step in Ukraine’s shift from Soviet-era platforms to NATO-standard equipment, but the immediate impact on the war remains to be seen.