Possibility of arming Kyiv with advanced fighter jets puts rare strain on NATO unity
Ukraine’s push for fighter jets to help beat back Russia’s invasion force risks straining the unity of Ukraine’s Western allies, amid fears that the move could escalate the nearly year-long conflict and draw them deeper into the war. Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov was expected to attend discussions in Paris about the possible delivery of fighter jets to Ukraine was expected to be on the agenda. Kyiv officials have repeatedly urged allies to send jets, saying they are essential to challenge Russia’s air superiority and to ensure the success of future counteroffensives that could be spearheaded by tanks recently...
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