Ukraine Receives 9 MiG-29s from Poland Amidst Escalating Russian Attacks
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News18•16-01-2026, 14:03
Ukraine Receives 9 MiG-29s from Poland Amidst Escalating Russian Attacks
- •Poland has approved the transfer of nine MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, with technical discussions ongoing.
- •This follows Poland's earlier supply of 14 MiG-29 jets in 2023, making it the first country to provide fighter jets to Ukraine.
- •Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, destroying a major facility in Kharkiv and causing widespread power outages.
- •The UK announced $27 million in emergency aid, and the IMF is preparing an $8.1 billion loan program for Ukraine.
- •Ukrainian politics faces turmoil as former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko is accused of bribery, which she denies.
Why It Matters: Ukraine receives crucial military aid from Poland and financial support from allies amidst severe Russian attacks and an energy crisis.
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