Ethiopia received 12 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets and is about to purchase four S-400 air defense systems from Moscow as part of efforts to strengthen its military capabilities, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced. Abey described the shipments as a significant step toward improving Ethiopia's national security and deterring potential aggression. He praised Russian President Vladimir Putin for facilitating the delivery of the Su-35s a year ahead of schedule. The Ethiopian leader did not disclose the value of the agreements, the expected delivery date of the S-400 systems or where the new military equipment will be placed.

Ethiopia received 12 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets and is about to purchase four S-400 air defense systems from Moscow as part of efforts to strengthen its military capabilities, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced. Abey described the shipments as a significant step toward improving Ethiopia's national security and deterring potential aggression. He praised Russian President Vladimir Putin for facilitating the delivery of the Su-35s a year ahead of schedule. The Ethiopian leader did not disclose the value of the agreements, the expected delivery date of the S-400 systems or where the new military equipment will be placed.