Politics

New F-35s arrive in Poland: How do they compare to Russia’s top fighter jet?

Helen Wright

22.05.2026, 18:33

In 2020, Poland signed a $4.6 billion deal to purchase 32 American-made F-35s. — In 2020, Poland signed a $4.6 billion deal to purchase 32 American-made F-35s. Photo: PAP/Marian Zubrzycki

Are Poland’s new jets “bad news for Russia”?