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An agreement would represent a significant shift in the Serbian Air Force — a move to modern Western fighters as it divests of Soviet-era fighter jets, including MiG-21 and MiG-29 platforms.

Serbia aims to enhance defense industry cooperation with France and is pursuing the purchase of Rafale fighter jets, signaling a shift away from Russian arms suppliers. President Aleksandar Vucic plans to discuss this cooperation with French President Emmanuel Macron during his upcoming visit to France. Despite its military neutrality, Serbia seeks to modernize its armed forces, currently relying on Soviet-designed aircraft and Russian weaponry. The country has also acquired Chinese anti-aircraft missiles and combat drones.

More than 15 Ohio Army National Guard members, along with eight visiting Serbian and Hungarian soldiers, will compete in the 2024 OHARNG Best Warrior Competition this Thursday through Sunday, April 4-7, at Camp James A. Garfield Joint Military Training Center in Newton Falls.

In February, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for joint arms production with the countries of the Western Balkans. Can these countries help? And would they be able to produce enough to meet Ukraine's needs?