Why Ukraine wants Sweden’s Gripen fighter

Task & Purpose November 11, 2025
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Upgrade your business with AI-integrated software for free today! https://www.odoo.com/r/GlZX Sweden’s Gripen fighter was built to take on the Soviet Union and now Ukraine wants it to take on Russia. The aircraft’s rugged design, low operating costs, and advanced electronic warfare systems make it almost perfect for Ukraine’s hit-and-run air war. But buying 150 of them is easier said than done. We look at how the Gripen fits Ukraine’s needs, what it would take to field it, and why even 150 jets might not be enough. Written by: David Roza Edited by: Savvy Intro - 00:00-01:28 Ad read - 01:28-02:32 The Air War Over Ukraine - 02:32-05:27 Enter the Gripen - 05:27-09:09 How It Helps Ukraine - 09:09-10:55 Gripen Weapons - 10:55-13:24 Limitations - 13:24-15:05 Channel Update - 15:05-End Task & Purpose is a military news and culture-oriented channel. We want to foster discussion about the defense industry. Shirt and stuff: store.taskandpurpose.com Like this video? You'll love https://taskandpurpose.com/ And you can follow us on social, too. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taskandpurpose/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/taskandpurpose TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taskandpurpose