55 Indians still in Russian army: New Delhi presses Moscow at key meet
The Indian government is actively negotiating with Russian authorities to secure the discharge of 55 remaining Indian nationals serving in the Russian army. While 140 individuals have already been repatriated, officials are also addressing the deaths of 51 others and cracking down on recruitment agents.
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This highlights the ongoing diplomatic challenges and human cost for nations whose citizens have been caught up in the Russia-Ukraine conflict through irregular recruitment.
NEW DELHI: Around 140 Indian nationals recruited into the Russian army have been discharged, while India is seeking information on the whereabouts of 55 others reportedly serving in the Russian armed forces, according to the details from India-Russia consultative committee meeting as cited by news agency ANI.New Delhi has engaged with Russian authorities for the early discharge of all such individuals."The government of India engaged with Russian authorities, including at the highest levels, for the early discharge of all such individuals. So far, around 140 Indian nationals have been discharged. Indian side is in touch with Russian authorities for the whereabouts of 55 Indian nationals who are reportedly in the Russian Army.
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