Teens set fire to military helicopter in Russia, promised reward

Nexta reported an unusual incident that took place in Russia, specifically at the airport in Noyabrsk. During the night, a military Mi-8 helicopter was set on fire. According to propaganda information conveyed by Russian media, the perpetrators turned out to be two boys aged 13 and 14.

An unusual and shocking event in Russia caught the media’s attention. Two teenagers, only 13 and 14 years old, broke into the airport in Noyabrsk and set a military Mi-8 helicopter on fire.

Only the burnt tail remained from the powerful helicopter, which is commonly used by the Russian armed forces. Local sources confirmed that the incident took place at night, although Russian propaganda quickly picked it up.

The boys who committed this act admitted that they acted on orders and were promised a reward of about 67,000 Canadian dollars. Moreover, this was not their first such act.

The teenagers claim that a few days earlier, they set fire to a telecommunications tower for which they received about 400 Canadian dollars. This information indicates that the youth were involved in sabotage activities, which raises even more concern regarding how such operations are organized and who is behind them.

The case gains additional dimension in the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. As reported by local media, the father of one of the boys is currently fighting on the front in Ukraine, suggesting that family situations and social pressures could have influenced their decisions.

The situation leaves behind many questions. The most important ones are: What are the motives for such actions, and who is behind organizing and financing young people to commit such attacks? What are the psychological consequences for children who are involved in acts of violence and sabotage? In the face of the armed conflict involving their family, are teenagers seeking alternative forms of engagement, regardless of the potential legal and moral consequences?