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Read previewThe US has acquired 81 Soviet-era combat aircraft from Kazakhstan, the Kyiv Post reported.
The motive behind the US purchase remains undisclosed, said the Post, fueling speculation about potential use in Ukraine, where similar aircraft are in service.
Kazakhstan, formerly part of the Soviet Union, has maintained close ties to Russia and historically was one of its strongest allies.
Some of Russia's outspoken propagandists have suggested that Russia should look to Kazakhstan next following its invasion of Ukraine.
Persons:
—, Kassym, David Cameron, Antony Blinken, Olivier Douliery, Vladimir Solovyov
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Service, Kyiv Post, Business, Mikoyan MiG, Soviet, Airforce Technology, Russian Defense Ministry, Russian Aerospace Forces, Ukrainian Air Force, Russia, Foreign, Ak, AP, AFP
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