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Russian pilot who defected to Ukraine calls on others to do the same

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2 years ago

September 4, 2023

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Maksim Kuzminov, the 28-year-old Russian pilot of a Mi-8 helicopter, made headlines when he voluntarily surrendered to Ukrainian authorities after landing at a Ukrainian airfield on August 23.

Kuzminov urged fellow Russian pilots to consider his example in a documentary titled “Downed Russian Pilots” which recently aired on Ukrainian television, and reported by the Kyiv Independent.

The helicopter’s landing was part of a meticulously planned Ukrainian operation, the result of over six months of efforts by Ukrainian military intelligence to bring both the aircraft and its pilot to Ukraine safely.

Kuzminov’s family was evacuated from Russia and is currently in Ukraine with him, emphasising the significance of his decision.

Tragically, the two other crew members aboard the helicopter were unaware of its destination and lost their lives.

In the documentary, the operation’s intricacies were unveiled, and Kuzminov passionately appealed to other Russian pilots to consider following his lead.

He assured them that such a decision would not be regretted, as they would receive comprehensive support for the rest of their lives, including employment opportunities of their choosing.

Ukraine pledged to offer Russian pilots who decide to defect all legally mandated security guarantees, along with financial compensation for any military aircraft transferred.

Kuzminov also reportedly provided valuable insights into Russia’s army aviation, communication systems, and airfield network.

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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24 hours ago

October 10, 2025

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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2 days ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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