Moscow accused of luring gullible foreigners to fight in the Russia war against Ukraine

Russia is alleged to use deceptive and coercive practices to recruit foreign nationals into its military forces and send them to fight in Ukraine, according to a report by Amnesty International. Recruiters primarily target individuals from low-income countries, exploiting their precarious situations. Testimonies reveal that promises of civilian employment are often used to enlist them, but once engaged, these foreigners find themselves on the front lines with minimal preparation and under threat of retaliation if they seek to escape.