Zimbabwean Nationals Lured to Fight for Russia, 15 Killed
Zimbabwe government is working to repatriate bodies and bring home citizens who were enticed to fight for Russia, as tensions escalate over the tragic loss of life.
Zimbabwe has reported that 15 of its citizens were killed after being lured to fight for Russia in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The Zimbabwean government is now engaging the Russian authorities to repatriate the bodies of the deceased and bring home any remaining nationals who were enticed to join the war effort.
According to the Zimbabwean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the victims were recruited under false pretenses, promised lucrative salaries and economic opportunities if they traveled to Russia to take part in the conflict. However, upon arrival, they were quickly deployed to the frontlines in Ukraine, where many tragically lost their lives.
The Zimbabwean government has strongly condemned this recruitment of its citizens, describing it as a
Source: BBC News
