Russian Helicopter Pilot Defects to Ukraine in Daring Operation, Fate of Crew Unclear

A Russian Mi-8 helicopter pilot defected to Ukraine after a months-long recruitment effort.
The pilot landed the helicopter at a Ukrainian airbase; his family had already been relocated.
Ukraine says the other two crew members, unaware of the plan, were "eliminated."
Moscow has not confirmed or denied the incident.
The helicopter and parts for fighter jets are now in Ukraine's possession.