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Czechs will not sell Ukraine jets to fight drones, prime minister says

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Posted on January 19, 2026

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Last updated: January 19, 2026

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Czech PM Andrej Babis confirms no sale of jets to Ukraine, citing military needs. President Pavel's proposal was rejected amid coalition criticism.

Czech Prime Minister Confirms No Sale of Jets to Ukraine Amid Conflict

Czech Republic's Military Aid Policy

PRAGUE, Jan 19 (Reuters) - The Czech Republic will not sell or donate to Ukraine light combat planes that could shoot down incoming drones, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Monday, rejecting a plan outlined by President Petr Pavel.

Prime Minister's Statement

Pavel said during a visit to Kyiv on Friday that his country could in a short time provide several planes, and added over the weekend that Ukraine had offered to buy some subsonic L-159 jets.

Criticism from Coalition Partners

Babis told a press conference after a cabinet meeting on Monday that the Czech army needed the planes and they could not be provided.

Historical Context of Military Support

"The planes are not available and we do not have any other ones," Babis said.

Pavel has been a strong supporter of Kyiv during Russia's war in Ukraine. Babis has pledged not to provide military aid to Ukraine and opted out of the financial costs of a European Union loan to Kyiv in December.

The potential aircraft deal with Ukraine had been criticised by Babis's coalition partners from the far-right, the pro-Russian SPD.

Babis said Prague's position was not changing as the previous government, which had a more pro-Ukrainian stance, had also rejected the option of sending L-159 jets to Kyiv.

(Reporting by Jan Lopatka in Prague; Editing by Timothy Heritage)

Key Takeaways

•Czech Republic will not sell jets to Ukraine.
•Prime Minister Babis emphasizes military needs.
•President Pavel initially suggested the sale.
•Coalition partners criticized the potential deal.
•Previous government also rejected jet sales.

Frequently Asked Questions about Czechs will not sell Ukraine jets to fight drones, prime minister says

1What is military aid?

Military aid refers to assistance provided by one country to another in the form of weapons, equipment, training, or financial support to enhance the recipient's military capabilities.

2What are light combat planes?

Light combat planes are military aircraft designed for air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, typically smaller and more maneuverable than larger fighter jets.

3What is a press conference?

A press conference is an event where an individual or organization invites journalists to ask questions and receive information about a particular topic or announcement.

Czech Republic's Military Aid Policy

Prime Minister's Statement

Pavel said during a visit to Kyiv on Friday that his country could in a short time provide several planes, and added over the weekend that Ukraine had offered to buy some subsonic L-159 jets.

Criticism from Coalition Partners

Babis told a press conference after a cabinet meeting on Monday that the Czech army needed the planes and they could not be provided.

Historical Context of Military Support

"The planes are not available and we do not have any other ones," Babis said.

The potential aircraft deal with Ukraine had been criticised by Babis's coalition partners from the far-right, the pro-Russian SPD.

Babis said Prague's position was not changing as the previous government, which had a more pro-Ukrainian stance, had also rejected the option of sending L-159 jets to Kyiv.

(Reporting by Jan Lopatka in Prague; Editing by Timothy Heritage)

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is military aid?

Military aid refers to assistance provided by one country to another in the form of weapons, equipment, training, or financial support to enhance the recipient's military capabilities.

2What are light combat planes?

Light combat planes are military aircraft designed for air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, typically smaller and more maneuverable than larger fighter jets.

3What is a press conference?

A press conference is an event where an individual or organization invites journalists to ask questions and receive information about a particular topic or announcement.