Kenya safely repatriates 18 Citizens from Russia recruited to fight against Ukraine
According to the Ministry, credible information suggests that more than 200 Kenyans may have been recruited through networks believed to be operating both in Kenya and within the Russian Federation. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenyan government has successfully repatriated 18 citizens from Russia who were allegedly recruited to fight in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The returnees will receive psycho-social support as part of a reintegration program.
- More than 200 Kenyans may have been recruited into the Russian military.
- The Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs facilitated the repatriation.
- The government is engaging both Russian and Ukrainian authorities to secure the return of other Kenyan nationals.
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