"F-16s for Ukraine: Escalating Tensions in Ukraine-Russia War"

Russia warns that the proposed transfer of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine could lead to a direct armed clash with NATO and considers it a nuclear threat with catastrophic consequences. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that the Russian military would be unable to determine if the F-16s are equipped with tactical nuclear weapons during hostilities. Several NATO nations have agreed to provide F-16 training for Ukraine pilots, but no formal plan for providing the planes has been announced. Meanwhile, Moscow downplays the recent NATO summit and struggles in the war, while President Joe Biden promises continued support for Ukraine but faces skepticism in Congress.