Kenyan Man Charged Over Recruitment of Africans to Fight for Russia in Ukraine War

Kenyan authorities have charged a man with recruiting individuals to fight for Russia in the Ukraine war, with over 1,000 Kenyans reportedly involved. Ukrainian officials state that more than 1,700 Africans from 36 countries are fighting for Russia, often deceived with false job promises. Russia denies illegal recruitment but allows voluntary enlistment. African leaders express concern over deceptive recruitment tactics and call for awareness and ceasefire efforts amid ongoing conflict.