US Secretary of State: Ukraine Recovers Territory Held by Russia
The Secretary of State of the United States, Anthony Blinken, announced on Sunday that Ukraine has successfully regained territory previously held by Russia. Approximately 50 percent of the population has returned to the recovered areas. However, Blinken acknowledged that the anti-offensive operation in Kiev will continue for several more months.
“They’ve managed to reclaim about 50 percent of the territory that was initially taken,” Blinken informed CNN. “Though it is still in the early stages, the offensive operation faces significant challenges and will not yield immediate results. Based on our assessments, we believe it will take several months to accomplish our objectives.”
Amidst a retaliatory attack on Ukraine, which the Russian side claims has failed to make any progress, officials in Kiev have called for increased military support from their Western allies, particularly in the form of F-16 aircraft supplied by the United States. They believe that these aircraft will play a crucial role in countering Russian air power.
Although Western supporters of Kiev have announced a Ukrainian pilot training program to operate the latest aircraft, no official approval has been granted to proceed with the introduction of F-16s.
In this regard, Blinken expressed his confidence that Ukraine will eventually receive F-16 fighter jets from the United States. When asked about the aircraft’s delivery, Blinken stated, “I believe it will happen. However, our main focus is to ensure that appropriate training is provided and that they possess the necessary skills to maintain and operate the aircraft efficiently.”
Meanwhile, an 11-nation coalition has initiated training programs for Ukrainian pilots to fly F-16 fighter jets in Denmark starting from August. Additionally, a dedicated training center will be established in Romania.
Ukraine has long been seeking the acquisition of Lockheed Martin-made F-16s, but a final decision regarding their delivery has yet to be made by Washington. US officials suggest that it may require at least 18 months for the necessary training and preparation.
General Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States, recently stated that it may take years to train Ukrainian fighters on F-16 aircraft, emphasizing the importance of financial support and assistance in maintenance and operations. This will enable Kiev to effectively respond to Moscow’s air power capabilities.
Source: Al Jazeera/mgroonline
The Secretary of State of the United States, Anthony Blinken On Sunday (July 23), claimed that Ukraine has recovered territory held by Russia. About 50 percent of the population has returned, but admitted that the anti-offensive Kiev will continue for several months.
“They’ve recovered about 50 percent of what was taken in the first place,” Blinken told CNN. “It’s still early days. The anti attack operation is terrible, it won’t work for the next 1 or 2 weeks. what we are looking at is I believe it will take several months.”
in the midst of a retaliatory attack on Ukraine which the Russian side claimed failed to make any advances Officials in Kiev raised their voices to demand higher aircraft from the Western allies. Specifically, the F-16 aircraft designed by the United States. Claims it will play a key role in combating Russian air power.
Although the western supporters of Kiev Announce the Ukrainian pilot training program to fly these latest aircraft. But so far they haven’t given the green light to introduce anything.
In this regard, Blinken believes that eventually Ukraine will receive F-16 fighter jets from the United States
When asked whether or not Ukraine will receive F-16 jets, Blinken replied that he believes it will. “And the main focus is to make sure when it happens They must go through appropriate training. They need to be able to maintain the aircraft. and use it in a smart way.”
The comments come as the 11-nation coalition began training Ukrainian pilots to fly F-16 fighter jets in Denmark in August. And a training center will be established in Romania.
Ukraine has long asked for the Lockheed Martin-made F-16, but national security adviser Jake Sullivan said no. Having said that last month, Washington has not yet made a final decision on the delivery of the fighters. while US officials Anticipate that it may take at least 18 months for training and presentation.
General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States said earlier this week that it could take years to train Ukrainian fighters to fly the F-16, the necessary maintenance and operations, and provide financial support to Kiev. Able to fight with Moscow in terms of air power
(Source: Al Jazeera/mgroonline)
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