Ukraine will receive air defense systems from Sweden, including Saab radar stations, electronic warfare systems, and drones with long-range strike capabilities, as announced by Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov during discussions with Sweden’s defense minister on February 1, 2026, over the past hour ending at 12:45 AM UTC on February 2. The talks, conducted through the PURL framework, focused on countering ballistic threats and launching the Brave–Sweden program for defense innovation. Fedorov also discussed potential delivery of JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets and transfer of Meteor air-to-air missiles, according to a post by @NSTRIKE1231 on X at https://x.com/NSTRIKE1231/status/2018070858934407280. The Meteor missiles offer an operational range starting from around 160 kilometers and serve as a key tool for countering aircraft carrying guided aerial bombs, enhancing Ukraine’s long-range air combat capabilities, as stated in the source report shared during the reporting window from 11:15:44 PM UTC on February 1 to 12:45:40 AM UTC on February 2.
