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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Dan Sabbagh

How could F-16s make the difference for Ukraine in the war against Russia?

The German vice-chancellor’s comments come after both the US and UK said they would not supply jets
The German vice-chancellor’s comments come after both the US and UK said they would not supply jets Photograph: Fadel Senna/AFP/Getty Images

What is the F-16?

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a lightweight fighter aircraft that was initially designed in the 1970s. It first went into service in 1979, and was used heavily by the US Air Force in both Iraq wars and in Afghanistan.

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