Exploited Frontlines: The Dark World of Mercenaries

This chapter examines the grim realities faced by individuals from Nepal and India who are misled into enlisting with Russian military groups, specifically the Wagner Group, under false pretenses. It highlights the ethical dilemmas of human trafficking and the shift towards using untrained foreign combatants in warfare, drawing parallels to the U.S. military strategies in past conflicts. The discussion underscores the growing reliance on mercenaries and the potential risks of destabilization and prolonged violence in modern conflicts.