Russian Pilot's Defection Unveils New Details and Urges Others to Follow Suit

A Russian helicopter pilot named Maxim Kuzminov has revealed details of his daring defection to Ukraine in his Mi8 combat helicopter. Kuzminov explained how he planned his defection and why he felt compelled to do so, stating that he did not want to be a part of the ongoing conflict and violence in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials helped him and his family escape undetected, and he successfully landed in Ukraine where he was met by Ukrainian officials. Kuzminov urged other Russians in the military to defect and assured them that they would be provided for and offered job opportunities. The pilot's identity has not been independently verified, but a Russian Telegram channel claims to have found his social media profile.