Why are they asking to transfer Taipan military helicopters to Ukraine? Rally in Melbourne

Rally in Melbourne in Friday 20/01/2024. Photo by Oleksandr Evglievski

Rally in Melbourne in Friday 20/01/2024. Photo by Oleksandr Evglievski Source: Supplied / EAF

A widespread campaign under the slogan Free Taipans is unfolding across Australia in support of the transfer of decommissioned military helicopters to Ukraine.


On Friday a number of political figures and representatives of the Ukrainian community took part in a rally in Melbourne.

We asked the participants why they believe it is necessary to seek a reversal of the decision to scrap helicopters that are called unfit for use.

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