Mi-17: What's the Russian-built helicopter being given to Ukraine?

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Known by the NATO code 'Hip' and built by Russians, Mi-17 helicopters are being supplied by the US to aid the Ukrainian troops on the battlefield.

Originally purchased from Russia for Afghanistan's deposed government, the US is now supplying the Russian-built helicopter ironically in response to Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

Primarily used for utility missions like troops and cargo transport, the Mi-17 can be armed with forward-firing rockets and other weapons and has been seen across social media being used by Ukrainian forces defending against Russia's invasion.

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