Two Ukrainian pilots were assessed by the United States in a potential training effort for the F-16 fighter jet. The pilots, who are currently at a U.S. military installation, are being evaluated for their suitability for the training program. This assessment comes as Ukraine has repeatedly asked Western allies to provide jet fighters, including American F-16s, to help it repel Russian forces which invaded a year ago. The U.S. has so far declined to provide such military aid, but the evaluation of the two pilots could be a sign of potential change in strategy. Ukraine is vying to be a future customer for F-16s and the evaluation could potentially lay the groundwork for further training. The assessment is being conducted by U.S. Air Force personnel, who are evaluating the pilots’ skills and knowledge to determine if they would be suitable for the training program. The U.S. government has not made any official comment on the assessment, but Ukrainian officials have expressed hope that the evaluation could be a step towards the U.S. providing military aid to Ukraine. The results of the assessment are expected to be released in the coming weeks.