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Ex-U.S. Air Force Pilot Joins Russian Forces: Defects to Serve Putin’s Agenda in Ukraine

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Ex-U.S. Air Force Pilot Joins Russian Forces: Defects to Serve Putin’s Agenda in Ukraine

Ex-U.S. Air Force Pilot Joins Russian Forces: Defects to Serve Putin’s Agenda in Ukraine

A former U.S. Air Force pilot has made headlines by defecting to Russia and joining its military forces, with a focus on contributing to the conflict in Ukraine.

The defector, identified as Wilmer Puello-Mota, reportedly left the U.S. earlier this year amid legal troubles and now serves as a reconnaissance drone operator in the Russian Armed Forces.

The move has drawn significant attention due to its implications for international relations and military dynamics.

Puello-Mota's defection reflects shifting loyalties and raises concerns about the intersection of personal motives and geopolitical conflicts.

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