"Putin's Warning: F-16 Bases in Ukraine Are Legitimate Targets"
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Russian President Putin declared that Western air bases hosting Ukraine's F-16 fighter jets are "legitimate" targets, citing their potential to carry nuclear weapons, while also dismissing their impact on the battlefield. His remarks have raised concerns about potential escalation of the conflict, with European countries warning of the possibility of wider conflict involving NATO. Despite Ukraine's anticipation of F-16 deliveries from allies, its air defense capabilities are dwindling, posing a significant challenge in countering Russia's superior air force.
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