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Ukraine signed a letter of intent with France Monday to acquire up to 100 Rafale fighter jets over the next decade in major defense upgrade.

President Zelensky called the agreement “a historic deal,” marking expanded French military support as Russia intensifies bombardment of Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

Training Rafale pilots requires at least three years, with first deliveries expected within that timeframe as Ukraine diversifies its fighter aircraft fleet.

PARIS — Ukraine on Monday signed a letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes, drones, air defense systems and other key equipment from France over the next 10 years, as part of efforts to strengthen the countr

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