Sweden prepares donation of Gripen jets to Ukraine

May 27, 2026

Sweden is preparing a donation of several Jas 39 C/D fighter jets to Ukraine, according to information received by Aftonbladet.

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has called a press conference tomorrow at Upplands flygflottilj in Uppsala. There a news item linked to international aviation cooperation will be presented.

According to the information, the government will announce the donation of Gripen C/D planes. At the same time, negotiations will begin on the sale of more modern Gripen E planes, which Ukraine will pay for with EU loans.

Last year Sweden and Ukraine signed a letter of intent that could lead to a deal for 100–150 planes. Hungary lifted its veto this year on the disbursement of 90 billion euros in EU loans to Ukraine.

What people are saying

Initial reactions on X to reports of Sweden preparing to donate several JAS 39 C/D Gripen jets to Ukraine focus on the upcoming Swedish Prime Minister press conference and the boost to Ukraine's airpower. Posts from analysts, media accounts, and users note additional details like EU funding for future E/F models. Sentiments are predominantly neutral to positive, emphasizing Sweden's commitment, with high-engagement shares from conflict-focused accounts.

❗️Sweden is reportedly preparing to donate a number of JAS 39 C/D Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, according to Aftonbladet cited by Dagens industri. The move would mark a major boost to Ukraine’s airpower, giving Kyiv another Western combat aircraft platform as it works with… pic.twitter.com/33PnYUWwQR

— NOELREPORTS 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 (@NOELreports) May 27, 2026

🇸🇪🇺🇦✈️ Sweden has announced a significant new military aid package for Ukraine, which includes the donation of several Jas 39 C/D Gripen fighter jets.

At the same time, negotiations are set to begin on the future sale of more advanced Jas 39E model aircraft to Ukraine. The… pic.twitter.com/Ag1PZBRfuO

— NSTRIKE (@NSTRIKE1231) May 27, 2026

Sweden to donate Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine. Press briefing Thursday 09:30 CET. pic.twitter.com/v2HVYfpBEp

— Stefan Olsson (@Spesam) May 27, 2026

Sweden’s Prime Minister will hold a press conference tomorrow. Report: Sweden is donating Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.https://t.co/YvREz08Cpd

— Kris Urkraft 🇸🇪🤝🇺🇦 NAFO FELLA! (@khellstrom) May 27, 2026

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Sweden to donate Gripen planes (model C and D) to Ukraine, per Aftonbladet. pic.twitter.com/rBm1FdvBAN

— Rūnōairuz (@runoairuz) May 27, 2026

Sources

• https://www.na.se/uppgifter-sverige-ska-ge-gripenplan-till-ukraina/
• https://www.sydsvenskan.se/sverige/uppgifter-sverige-ska-ge-gripenplan-till-ukraina/
• https://www.aftonbladet.se/nyheter/a/d4LbpJ/uppgifter-sverige-ska-ge-gripenplan-till-ukraina
• https://www.aftonbladet.se/nyheter/a/vr3znL/uppgift-sverige-forbereder-donation-av-jas-plan-till-ukraina