Greek fighter jets are not being transferred to Ukraine, despite claims in the French newspaper Le Monde, according to Greek sources. The report suggested that 32 F-16 Block 30 aircraft from Greece could be on their way to Ukraine, but these claims have been dismissed by Greek officials.
The story began with Le Monde reporting that, as part of ongoing Western military support, Greece was one of the nations potentially sending fighter jets to Ukraine. The French outlet claimed that Ukraine had either already received or was about to receive 32 F-16 Block 30s, part of a broader transfer of military aircraft from countries like Denmark, the Netherlands, and Greece. However, Greek sources quickly denied the report, calling it unfounded and reiterating that there was no confirmation of such a transfer.
The training of Ukrainian pilots to operate these aircraft continues to be a priority for Western allies. The Royal Air Force is currently in the process of training ten Ukrainian pilots as part of the Interstorm program. These pilots will undergo a six-month course, which is significantly shorter than the usual two years required for F-16 training, in order to get them combat-ready as quickly as possible.
Le Monde also noted that Ukraine has already received around 70 fighter jets, including F-16s from various allies, as part of efforts to bolster its aerial capabilities in the face of Russia’s aggression. Some 85 additional aircraft are expected to be transferred in the near future.
While the speculation about Greek F-16s remains unverified, the training program for Ukrainian pilots moves forward, demonstrating the continued support from Western nations as Ukraine works to enhance its military capabilities.
Greek officials had previously suggested that surplus F-16 aircraft could be returned to the United States for upgrades, but these plans have not been confirmed. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing discussions about future military aid to Ukraine.
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