Russia is facing manpower shortages during its offensive in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, leading officials to force migrants and foreign students to join the special military operation, as reported by Bloomberg. Tactics resembling those of the Wagner mercenary group are being used to recruit convicts and threaten African students and workers with visa cancellation unless they enlist. The UK Defense Ministry previously reported Russia’s recruitment campaign for foreigners and migrant workers to bolster its efforts in Ukraine. Reports indicate Africans in Russia on work visas are being detained and coerced into fighting, with some avoiding mobilization by paying bribes.
Ukrainian intelligence agencies reveal Russia’s global recruitment drive for mercenaries in 21 countries, offering bonuses and lucrative salaries. CNN and Reuters reported on various nationalities, including Nepalese and Africans, being recruited by Russia for combat roles in Ukraine. The use of foreign troops by Russia has been ongoing, with high casualty rates and minimal training provided.
Russia’s recruitment methods have sparked controversy, with calls for accountability and transparency on the treatment of foreign recruits in the conflict.
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