Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that more than 1,700 Africans are currently fighting for Russia in the ongoing war, alleging Moscow is using deceptive tactics to recruit them.

• Over 1,780 African citizens are reportedly fighting for the Russian army.
• Key figures include Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.
• Many recruited Africans were allegedly lured by false job offers on the dark web and lack military training, prompting discussions between African governments and Ukraine to prevent such exploitation.