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world1 day ago

Promises, Pay, and Prison: Yemeni Youth Trapped in Russia’s Frontline Network

A BBC investigation shows Yemenis lured to Russia with promises of money, fast-tracked citizenship, and safety end up fighting in Ukraine. The stories of Khalil and Hussein illustrate a recruitment pipeline that exploits poverty, misleads families with false deaths, and traps men in contracts that extend beyond their control as Russia widens its foreign-fighter program. Dozens of Yemenis have been killed or imprisoned, while many families struggle to locate loved ones, face ongoing uncertainty, and cope with the collapse of Yemen and the fighters’ shattered futures.

via The Guardian|
#foreign-fighters#recruitment#russia
world5 months ago

Zelensky Claims Mercenaries from Asia and Africa Support Russia in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Zelensky reported that Russian forces in northeastern Ukraine include foreign mercenaries from countries such as China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and several African nations, prompting Ukraine to prepare a response. The presence of foreign fighters is part of Russia's broader recruitment efforts, with reports indicating thousands of foreign nationals participating in the conflict on both sides. Zelensky emphasized the importance of drone technology and troop recruitment in ongoing battles near the Russian border.

via The Kyiv Independent|
#foreign-fighters#mercenaries#russia
international-conflict1 year ago

"International Fighters Storm Frontline Trenches as Russian Troop's Drone Launch Ends in Explosion"

Foreign fighters, including Ukrainian, British, American, Canadian, Irish, and Australian soldiers, stormed a trench in Ukraine, killing 22 Russian soldiers and capturing two. The intense drone footage captured the brutal assault near Avdiivka, Eastern Ukraine, where the foreign fighters faced heavy resistance and drone bombardment. The footage showed the fighters advancing through the trenches, engaging in intense combat, and ultimately completing their mission. The city of Avdiivka has become a deadly flashpoint in the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian and Russian forces, with reports of house-to-house fighting and a Russian offensive tightening the noose around the city.

via Daily Mail|
#drone-footage#foreign-fighters#international-conflict
international-affairs1 year ago

"Recruited by Russia: The Nepali Fighters' Traumatic Ordeal"

As many as 15,000 Nepali men have been recruited by Russia to fight in its war against Ukraine, with promises of a $2,000 monthly salary and a fast-tracked process to obtain a Russian passport. Many have returned traumatized, while some have not returned at all. Families of these fighters are desperate for information and assistance, as hundreds of them have lost contact with their loved ones in Russia. The Nepali government has banned its citizens from traveling to Russia for work and has urged Moscow to address their concerns, but so far, little action has been taken.

via CNN|
#foreign-fighters#international-affairs#nepal
international-affairs1 year ago

"Colombian Fighters Answer Ukraine's Call as Front-line Troops Face Acute Shortage"

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has welcomed hardened Colombian fighters to bolster the depleted ranks of Ukraine's military in its ongoing war with Russia. Colombian soldiers, some of the world's most experienced due to their country's long-running conflicts, are attracted by the significantly higher pay and benefits offered by Ukraine compared to their home country. However, the involvement of Colombian fighters in Ukraine has raised concerns about their safety and the impact on their families, as well as the difficulty for relatives to obtain information about their loved ones serving in the conflict.

via The Associated Press|
#colombia#foreign-fighters#international-affairs
international-affairs1 year ago

"Colombian Hardened Professionals Aid Ukraine in Fight Against Russia"

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has called for foreign fighters to join the war with Russia, leading to Colombian soldiers, experienced from fighting drug-trafficking cartels and rebel groups, bolstering Ukraine's ranks. With economic motivations and better pay, hundreds of retired Colombian soldiers have joined the Ukrainian army, receiving higher salaries and compensation for injuries compared to their home country. However, concerns arise as some Colombian fighters have gone missing in action, leaving their families desperate for information about their loved ones.

via Military.com|
#colombia#foreign-fighters#international-affairs
international-relations2 years ago

"Taiwanese Soldier's Sacrifice in Ukraine: A Preparation for China's Threat?"

Jonathan Tseng, a Taiwanese soldier, joined the war in Ukraine to prepare for a potential conflict with China, drawing parallels between the threat from China and the situation in Ukraine. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, foreign fighters have joined the struggle, motivated by various reasons such as the desire for glory on the battlefield or the belief in an unjust war.

via Bloomberg|
#china#foreign-fighters#international-relations
world-news2 years ago

"Putin Opens Russian Citizenship to Foreign Combatants"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree that allows foreign nationals who fight for Russia in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine to obtain Russian citizenship for themselves and their families. This move is seen as an incentive for foreigners with military experience to join Russian forces, as Moscow faces significant troop losses, with a U.S. intelligence report estimating 315,000 Russian casualties. The decree covers those who sign up for at least a year and includes their spouses, children, and parents. The exact number of foreign fighters on Russia's side is unknown, but the initiative suggests a strategy to bolster Russian military ranks without further mobilization, which has been a contentious issue domestically.

via Reuters|
#citizenship#foreign-fighters#putin
world-news2 years ago

Putin Eases Citizenship for Foreign Fighters Enlisting in Russian Military

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree allowing foreign fighters serving in the Russian military the right to apply for Russian citizenship. This move comes as Russia faces significant troop losses in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, estimated at around 300,000 soldiers. The decree aims to bolster the ranks with foreign manpower, as Russia seeks to avoid widespread conscription and maintain the narrative of a "special military operation." Recruitment efforts have extended to former Soviet states, the Caucasus, and even domestic prisons, with groups like the Wagner mercenary organization playing a key role. The decree also covers relatives of foreign fighters, signaling a strategic shift as the conflict enters its third year with increased challenges in troop discipline and cohesion.

via Euronews|
#citizenship-decree#foreign-fighters#military-reinforcements
history2 years ago

"Spain's Search: 212 Missing Fighters from Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands Found"

Spanish government researchers have identified 357 foreign fighters who went missing during the Spanish Civil War. The identified combatants fought within the International Brigades, with 212 fighters confirmed from Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. The research, funded by the Catalan regional government, aims to contribute to the country's historical memory and locate the remains of these fighters in mass graves across Spain. The second phase of the project will focus on identifying missing militiamen from Great Britain, Ireland, Canada, and the United States. The Spanish Civil War served as a testing ground for Hitler's Germany and Mussolini's Italy, and nearly 10,000 foreign volunteers died in combat on Spanish soil during the war.

via NBC News|
#foreign-fighters#history#international-brigades
conflict2 years ago

Intense Battle Footage Shows US Volunteers Dodging Russian Forces in Ukraine.

Graphic helmet-cam footage has emerged showing American soldiers fighting Russian forces in Ukraine, dodging bullets and mortar blasts as they seek cover amid the ruins. The video, which was originally posted on Instagram, shows soldiers walking through rubble and smoke while the sounds of shots and blasts ring out in the background. Since the war in Ukraine began, hundreds of foreign fighters have joined the fight, with several American volunteers dying in battle.

via Yahoo News|
#american-soldiers#conflict#foreign-fighters
africa2 years ago

UN report reveals Mali army and foreign fighters executed 500 people in Moura.

A UN report has found that the Malian army and foreign fighters killed at least 500 people, including women and children, during an anti-jihadist operation in central Mali in March 2022. The report also cites acts of rape and torture carried out on people who had been arrested. The findings have been described as "extremely disturbing" by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, who added that such acts amount to war crimes and could, depending on the circumstances, amount to crimes against humanity. The report does not explicitly name the foreign fighters, but cites Malian official statements on Russian "instructors" helping in the fight against jihadists and comments attributed to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the presence of the private Russian security company Wagner in Mali.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#africa#foreign-fighters#human-rights-violations