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Conned into the Russian army

Mar 18, 2024
Shalu Yadav, an independent journalist based in Delhi, dives into the alarming trend of South Asian men misled into joining the Russian army amidst its ongoing war with Ukraine. She recounts the gripping story of a recruit who escaped after realizing the grim deception behind his enlistment. Joining her is Sean McFate, a professor and expert on mercenaries, who discusses the chilling recruitment tactics and the ethical implications of using unsuspecting foreign fighters. Together, they explore the dark realities of modern warfare and the dangerous paths young men are forced to navigate.
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Quick takeaways

  • Indian nationals deceived into Russian military service under false job offers.
  • Global reliance on mercenary recruits hides true war costs and prolongs conflicts.

Deep dives

Recruitment of Indian Nationals by Russian Military

Reports reveal Indian nationals recruited to fight for Russian military under false pretenses. Indian investigative agency uncovered network sending individuals to Russia under false job offers. Victims lured with promises of job roles, training camps revealed hidden military objectives.

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