The Wall Street Journal: Ukraine received Mi-24 attack helicopters from the Czech Republic

By: Myroslav Trinko | 25.05.2022, 12:14
The Wall Street Journal: Ukraine received Mi-24 attack helicopters from the Czech Republic

According to the American edition of The Wall Street Journal, The Czech Republic transferred another military aid to Ukraine.

What is known

We are talking about Mi-24 attack helicopters. Their number is not disclosed, but presumably it is 7 pieces. The Czech Republic had exactly that many. By the way, in return Army of the Czech Republic will receive helicopters from NATO UH-1Y Venom and AH-1Z Viper.

If you suddenly did not know

Mi-24 is a Soviet infantry support helicopter. The Mi-24 concept involves close interaction with armored and infantry units during a large-scale military conflict. By the way, the Mi-24 has become one of the symbols of the war in Afghanistan. Today it is in service with a number of countries, including Ukraine.

Source: The Wall Street Journal

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