In a surprising development, the Zimbabwean government has received a significant delivery of 18 helicopters from the Russian Federation, raising concerns and capturing international attention.
The consignment, totaling 32 helicopters, is anticipated to be fully delivered to the capital city of Harare by the conclusion of 2024, at an estimated cost of $320 million.
This delivery comes at a time when numerous Western nations are actively working to isolate Russia due to its involvement in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
The timing of the handover has sparked curiosity and garnered scrutiny from observers worldwide.