Having the F-16 would expand Ukraine's ability to shoot down incoming Russian missiles and drones. During last year's campaign, Russia relied on multiple attack platforms: Iran's relatively simple and inexpensive Shahed drone, reused S-300 anti-aircraft missiles, more advanced Kalibr cruise missiles, and even Russia's newest Kinzhal hypersonic missile.
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