Russia recruited nearly 3,000 people from 37 African countries
Russia has recruited at least 2,982 people from 37 African countries into its armed forces, 486 of whom have been killed, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry told Suspilne on Aug. 16.
Russia has enlisted a significant number of individuals from 37 African nations into its military forces, with Ukraine's Foreign Ministry reporting that at least 2,982 people have been recruited, of whom 486 have met their demise. The majority of these recruits hail from Kenya, Egypt, Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Algeria, and Mali.
Thirty-five citizens from 17 African countries are currently held as prisoners of war within Ukraine. Ukraine attributes Russia's recruitment tactics to a variety of manipulative methods, including promises of employment, education, high pay, potential citizenship, and other migration benefits. In numerous instances, foreigners are coerced into signing military contracts in Russian under threats of deportation or imprisonment.
Ukraine is taking steps to counter Russia's recruitment efforts. Its diplomatic missions across African countries communicate with local authorities about instances of Russian recruitment of their citizens. Additionally, Ukraine launches an information campaign in these countries through its diplomatic missions. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry, in collaboration with the Coordination Headquarters for Prisoners of War Treatment, has established a specialized website accessible in English, French, and Swahili.
This platform disseminates verified information regarding Russia's recruitment methods, victim testimonies, analytical materials, practical advice for potential victims and their families, and mechanisms to report recruiters' activities.
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