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India Warns Nationals Against Joining Russian Military

9/14/2025

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The Indian Ministry of External Affairs advised nationals against joining the Russian Army.
Reports indicate that at least 15 Indian nationals are compelled to fight for Russia in Ukraine.
The Ministry has engaged with Russian officials in Delhi and Moscow regarding this matter.
As of July 24, 2025, 127 Indian nationals were in the Russian armed forces; 98 have been released, leaving 13, with 12 missing.
The embassy is working with Indian authorities to support those recruited for the conflict.

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The Indian Ministry of External Affairs advised nationals against joining the Russian Army.
Reports indicate that at least 15 Indian nationals are compelled to fight for Russia in Ukraine.
The Ministry has engaged with Russian officials in Delhi and Moscow regarding this matter.
As of July 24, 2025, 127 Indian nationals were in the Russian armed forces; 98 have been released, leaving 13, with 12 missing.
The embassy is working with Indian authorities to support those recruited for the conflict.