Mikoyan MiG-29
On August 10, a MiG-29 fighter jet carrying out a combat mission crashed in Odesa region. The pilot managed to eject and is not in danger.
On the evening of August 10, a MiG-29 fighter jet was lost during a combat mission in Odesa Oblast. The pilot successfully ejected and was evacuated to a medical facility; the causes of the incident are being established.
Dimitar Stoyanov stated that the aircraft are needed only as a source of spare parts. The opposition accused the government of trying to pit Bulgaria's security against support for Ukraine.
Deputy Minister of Defense of Poland stated that Ukraine provided a concrete proposal to exchange MiG-29 fighter jets for drones. A decision is expected within a maximum of a few weeks.
Polish military were unable to intercept the Russian Kh-101 cruise missile due to a legislative requirement for visual identification of the target. The missile flew about 100 km deep into the country and exploded in the Lublin Voivodeship.
Bulgaria is considering the purchase of used F-16s or Gripens due to delays in new aircraft. Defense Express warns of potential competition for aircraft for Ukraine.
Poland and Ukraine are discussing the transfer of MiG-29 fighters, but the technical condition of the aircraft is unsatisfactory. The decision depends on agreements regarding repairs and funding.
Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz stated that negotiations with Ukraine are ongoing, but time is running out. In exchange for the aircraft, Warsaw wants to obtain cooperation in the production of drones.
Russian military and analysts have begun to complain about the high accuracy of the new American AGM-188A Rusty Dagger cruise missiles. These missiles are likely being used by the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
One of the NATO allies has approached Poland regarding MiG-29 fighters. Deputy Minister of Defence Paweł Zalewski confirmed this, emphasizing the priority of negotiations with Ukraine.
Poland has signed an agreement to invest over 650 million euros in the IRIS2 satellite system. The country will become one of the six main players in this European constellation.
The General Staff confirmed the strike on a MiG-29 fighter and a Pantsir-S1 air defense missile-gun system at the Khalino airfield. The operation was carried out by the 15th separate artillery reconnaissance brigade "Black Forest".
Poland provided Ukraine with military aid worth about $4. 5 billion. The Minister of Defense stated that supporting Ukraine is a strategic task for Poland's security.
Ukraine is not interested in receiving Polish MiG-29s in their current state. Kyiv expects the aircraft to be modernized for modern combat conditions.
An explosion was heard in the Shepetivka district of the Khmelnytskyi region; locals report the crash of a MiG-29. The Air Force and the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) have not yet commented on the incident.
Poland has postponed the delivery of MiG-29 fighter jets due to a lack of drone technology exchange. Warsaw is awaiting Kyiv's decision to finalize the deal.
The Cuban army uses oxen to transport anti-aircraft guns due to fuel shortages. Aviation and Soviet air defense systems are in decline.
Slovakia plans to acquire four more F-16V Block 70/72 Viper fighter jets to strengthen its air defense. This decision is related to the transfer of its entire fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine.
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini considers the transfer of MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine a mistake, as the country did not have a full replacement for them. He refuted claims that the aircraft were unusable.
Poland is finalizing the preparation of the 48th military aid package for Ukraine, worth 200 million zlotys, which will include armored vehicles and MiG-29 fighter jets. This was stated by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on February 5.
Ukraine is ready to exchange drones for MiG aircraft with Poland. Strengthening air defense and obtaining appropriate missiles remains a priority for Ukraine.
Ukraine and Poland discussed the transfer of MiG-29 aircraft and deepening defense cooperation. Poland had already transferred such fighters in 2023.
Poland will transfer up to nine MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine. Technical discussions are currently underway, and Ukraine has agreed to the proposal, Warsaw says.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the key deficit in the war is trained pilots, not aircraft. He noted that Ukraine can use Polish MiG-29s, as Ukrainian pilots are already trained on them.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki stated that he was unaware of the transfer of Polish MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine. He suggested that there was a misunderstanding and plans to discuss the issue with the Minister of Defense.
Poland is negotiating with Ukraine on the transfer of MiG-29 aircraft that have reached their operational limit. In exchange for the aircraft, Poland seeks to obtain drone and missile technologies from Ukraine.
On December 4, 2025, the HUR special unit "Ghosts" destroyed a Russian MiG-29 fighter jet at the "Kacha" airfield and the "Irtysh" radar near Simferopol. The operation weakens the air defense system of the occupiers in temporarily occupied Crimea.
The investigator stopped the criminal prosecution regarding Slovakia's transfer of MiG-29 fighters to Ukraine. The transfer of military equipment did not harm the Slovak Republic.
Polish MiG-29s intercepted a Russian Il-20 over the Baltic Sea. The Russian aircraft was flying without a flight plan and with its transponder turned off, posing a security threat.
Poland deployed its air force to protect its airspace. The country's Minister of Defense announced the interception of a Russian reconnaissance aircraft.