Blinken: We Will Train Ukrainian Pilots on F-16 Aircraft

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on the sidelines of the NATO conference today that the United States will train Ukrainian pilots on F-16 aircraft. Regarding the situation in Sudan, Blinken stated that the conflicting parties in Sudan have violated ceasefire commitments, warning that Washington is exploring steps that can be taken to clarify its views on the matter. He continued in a press conference in Oslo, "We are also looking at steps that can be taken to clarify our views to any of the leaders who are leading Sudan in the wrong direction by perpetuating violence and violating the ceasefire they have already committed to." He described the situation in Sudan as "very fragile." Additionally, Blinken urged the governments of Kosovo and Serbia to take immediate steps to reduce tensions, expressing concern that these tensions are moving in the wrong direction.