In a shocking revelation, multiple Indian nationals have been ensnared in a web of deceit, lured into serving the Russian Army in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
The harrowing tales of exploitation and tragedy highlight the plight of unsuspecting individuals who fell victim to fraudulent job schemes, only to find themselves thrust into the heart of a war zone.
It all began with promising prospects of employment abroad, as three men from Kalaburagi, seeking better opportunities, were enticed by an agent named Baba. Promised lucrative security jobs in Russia with handsome salaries, Syed Ilyas Hussaini, Mohammed Sameer Ahmed, and Suqain Mohammed eagerly embarked on a journey that would soon turn into a nightmare.
Little did they know that their aspirations would lead them to the Russia-Ukraine border, where they were coerced into joining the Wagner Group, a private military company supporting Russian forces in the conflict.
Similarly, Mohammed Asfan, a 30-year-old man from Hyderabad, became another casualty of the insidious recruitment tactics employed by deceptive agents. Initially lured under the guise of assisting the Russian Army as a 'helper,' Asfan found himself embroiled in a deadly war, far removed from the promises of employment he had been offered.
Tragically, his family's hopes of bringing him back were dashed when news of his death surfaced, underscoring the grim reality faced by many unsuspecting individuals.
The stories of these individuals shed light on a broader pattern of exploitation, where vulnerable job seekers are manipulated into serving as pawns in a geopolitical conflict they scarcely comprehend.
Hamil Mangukiya, a 23-year-old from Gujarat, met a similar fate after responding to an online job advertisement and being recruited as an assistant in the Russian Army.
His life was cut short in an airstrike by Ukrainian forces, leaving behind grieving loved ones and a haunting reminder of the perils faced by those caught in the crossfire of war.
As the families of these victims clamor for justice and assistance, the Indian government has been urged to intervene and facilitate the safe return of its citizens trapped in foreign territories.
The Ministry of External Affairs has pledged to work towards the early discharge of Indian nationals serving as support staff to the Russian army, acknowledging the urgency of the situation and the need for swift action.
Also AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi has written an open letter to EAM S. Jaishankar. He writes in the letter requesting the foreign minister to take quick actions over the increasing figures of Indian Nationals some how getting stuck and then recruited in the Russian army.
Owaisi in his letter also goes on to mention the number and name of the agent who is accused to trap the Indians and then the civilians were left with no option but to join the Russian army. But selectively as the number is said to be more than 60 Indians who might have joined the army, Mr Owaisi has again been selective to only mention 3 muslims in his letter to foreign minister.
Amidst the chaos and devastation of war, these stories serve as a stark reminder of the human cost of conflict and the predatory practices that exploit the aspirations of innocent individuals.
As the world watches the unfolding tragedy in Ukraine, it is imperative that steps are taken to protect vulnerable populations from falling prey to exploitation and ensure that those affected receive the support and assistance they desperately need.
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