French Mirage Fighter Jets Paint Ukraine’s Trident in the Sky Over Black Sea

French Mirage 2000 fighter jets conducted a symbolic flight over the Black Sea, following a route that traced the shape of Ukraine’s national emblem, the trident.

The maneuver was confirmed by the Ukrainian Air Force in a public statement on June 4, describing the flight path as a gesture of international support and strategic partnership.

The unique trajectory was immediately detected on open-source flight tracking platforms, including Flightradar24, and quickly spread across social media and global news outlets.

According to the Ukrainian Air Force, the flight was visible not only to radar systems—including Russian ones—but also to millions of users worldwide who observed it in real time.

“This flight route, forming the trident emblem, reflects international backing and the readiness of Ukraine’s allies to act,” the statement said.

The Air Force also thanked France for what it described as a clear and public demonstration of support. No further operational details were disclosed.

Earlier, on February 6, 2025, Ukraine received its first batch of French Mirage 2000 fighter jets. The aircraft, delivered after months of pilot training in France, are equipped with advanced avionics and long-range strike capabilities, significantly boosting Ukraine’s ability to counter Russian aerial threats.