Ukraine is shooting down their own F-16 jets with Patriot missiles according to ukraines deputy head of the parliament's defense committeehttps://www.newsweek.com/us-experts-search-answers-ukrainian-f16-crash-1946724US Experts Search for Answers in Ukrainian F-16 CrashPublished Aug 30, 2024 at 11:14 AM EDTexperts have joined a Ukrainian investigation into the crash of an F-16 fighter jet that went down earlier this week during a Russian missile and drone barrage.It's believed to be the first loss of an F-16 since Ukraine received the aircraft from its Western allies. At least six of the jets were delivered by European nations late last month.Ukrainian Air Force Commander Mykola Oleshchuk announced the partnership on Friday, stating that a detailed analysis is underway to determine the cause of the incident.The crash happened on Monday as Russia launched a powerful aerial assault on Ukraine.Oleshchuk emphasized the importance of understanding the circumstances and identifying responsibility for the loss.Although military analysts are of the opinion that the F-16s may not drastically alter the balance in the conflict, given Russia's overwhelming air power and advanced defense systems, Ukrainian officials have welcomed the aircraft for its ability to carry modern NATO weapons and therefore challenge Russian air superiority.But the downing has been raised some questions among Ukrainian officials.Mariana Bezuhla, a Ukrainian lawmaker and deputy head of the parliament's defense committee, claimed that the F-16 was accidentally downed by a U.S.-made Patriot air defense system—an opinion that has been criticized by Oleshchuk.Bezuhla, citing unnamed sources, called for accountability for the alleged error.
.Read more Russia-Ukraine WarZelensky Fires Ukraine's Air Force Commander After F-16 CrashUkraine Confirms F-16 Crash, Pilot's DeathUkraine Strikes Distant Russian Region for First TimeRussia's Massive Overnight Air Assault Struck Over Half of Ukraine: KyivOleshchuk accused her of defaming the air force and discrediting U.S. defense manufacturers and even hinted at potential legal repercussions for her statements.Ukraine President Volodymyr ZelenskyUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky answers media questions standing against the background of Ukraine's Air Force's F-16 fighter jets in an undisclosed location in Ukraine on August 4, 2024. Efrem Lukatsky/APThe Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank, said that losing Western-supplied military equipment in the ongoing conflict is to be expected.However, it warned that the loss of any F-16s would significantly impact Ukraine's air defense capabilities, given the limited number of jets and trained pilots available.Meanwhile, Russian forces continued their assault on Ukraine, launching 18 Shahed drones and a ballistic missile overnight into Friday.Ukraine's air force reported that 12 of the drones were intercepted, while the remaining four crashed before reaching their targets.The attack resulted in the death of at least one person and sparked a fire in Sumy, a city near the Russian border.The American-made F-16 is a fighter jet that's been the front-line combat plane of choice for the NATO alliance and numerous air forces around the world for decades.U.S. President Joe Biden gave the go-ahead in August last year for F-16s to be deployed to Ukraine, though the U.S. won't be providing any of its own planes.
Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Norway have committed to providing Ukraine with more than 60 of the fighters over coming months in what could be a slow trickle of deliveries.This article includes reporting from The Associated PressRequest Reprint & Licensing Submit Correction View Editorial GuidelinesAbout the writerShamim ChowdhuryFOLLOWTo read how Newsweek uses AI as a newsroom tool, Click here.
Conversation(32)Start a discussion, not a fire. Post with kindness. Read our guidelines here.Log inSign upSort by BestSteve Harris2h agoIt's possible that an American made jet (F-16) was shot down with American made air defense systems (Patriot) while trying to shoot down a Russian Drone (Shahed), made mostly with American parts. ReplyShareYour Other Left6h ago"'Crash' may have been friendly fire." It's right there in the article: Our F-16s are no match for Russia's overwhelming offensive and defensive capability. IMO one of our big goals is to see Russia's S500 missile defense system operate. T...See moreReplyShareOleg D5h agoPartisans from the United States are helping Russia destroy Ukraine. Thanks to the patriots of the USA.China Unity GIF by INTO ACTIONReplyShare
Gordon28m agoMay have been shot down, but not by the Russians.It is also noteworthy that there is an open investigation. Night and day difference in what Russia would do - deceive themselves and cover-up.ReplySharePolitical Enzyme7h agoIt was gravity.ReplyShareMike De Bruxelles5h agoS400 gravity ReplyShareJim5h agoThat would be a first. S 400 has socked up the battlefield for the most part.ReplyShareMelvin Moose4h agooh well, that's just American tax payer money. There is plenty of that to go around our kids can't read anyway they don't need money. Black Rock and Dupont want that Ukrainian farm land!ReplyShare
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>trying to bait Barneyfag on /news/I think this board would confuse and bewilder him.
>>1336740>>1336739>>1336738>>1336737>>1336736>>1336735based OP. I didn't even make this thread
>>1336733>Mykola Oleshchuk...has been fired. That was fast.
>>1336811They obviously don't want people knowing they're shooting down their own f-16s with their Patriot missiles
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