PHOTO: REUTERSIndia's foreign ministry confirmed Friday that some of the country's citizens had signed up for "support jobs" with the Russian army and said it was working with Moscow to secure their discharge. But it said in a statement that it was "aware that a few Indian nationals have signed up for support jobs with the Russian army". "We urge all Indian nationals to exercise due caution and stay away from this conflict." The Hindu's report alleged that Indians had been conned by Dubai-based recruiters with promises of high wages and a Russian passport. Upon arriving in Moscow, the Indians were reportedly trained to handle "arms and ammunition by the Russian Army" and shipped to the frontlines in January.

Source: The Express Tribune February 23, 2024 16:47 UTC