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Indonesia probes report of citizen recruited by Russian military
ID🏛️ PoliticsCenter7 hr. ago

Indonesia probes report of citizen recruited by Russian military

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is investigating reports that an Indonesian citizen may have joined the Russian military to fight in Ukraine. The verification process is being conducted through diplomatic missions and government agencies following claims by Ukrainian intelligence. Spokesperson Yvonne Mewengkang stated that the individual's actions would not represent state policy and that Indonesia's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains unchanged. The ministry is examining whether human trafficking, deceptive recruitment, or fraudulent job schemes were involved and warned citizens to exercise caution when considering employment opportunities abroad, especially in conflict zones. The investigation follows a report by Ukrainian authorities alleging that Russia recruited at least eight Indonesians into its military ranks.

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Antara News logoAntara NewsState / PublicCenter7 hr. ago
Indonesia probes report of citizen recruited by Russian military

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is investigating reports that an Indonesian citizen may have joined the Russian military to fight in Ukraine. The verification process is being conducted through diplomatic missions and government agencies following claims by Ukrainian intelligence. Spokesperson Yvonne Mewengkang stated that the individual's actions would not represent state policy and that Indonesia's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains unchanged. The ministry is examining whether human trafficking, deceptive recruitment, or fraudulent job schemes were involved and warned citizens to exercise caution when considering employment opportunities abroad, especially in conflict zones. The investigation follows a report by Ukrainian authorities alleging that Russia recruited at least eight Indonesians into its military ranks.

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