The Netherlands has allowed the use of F-16s it donated to Ukraine to be used on Russian territory, the commander of the Dutch armed forces told public broadcaster NOS on August 29. "We have not imposed any restrictions on the use and range of the F-16s, provided that the laws of war are observed," General Onno Eichelsheim told NOS. Speaking from the United States, Eichelsheim said his American colleagues "partly" agreed with his position. The Netherlands has pledged 24 F-16s to Ukraine, with the first due to arrive soon. Eichelsheim declined to say if any are currently in operation.
Netherlands OKs Use Of Its F-16s By Ukraine On Russian Territory
General Onno Eichelsheim, commander of the Dutch armed forces (file photo)