Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Russia Slow to Free Indians in Ukraine War
Some Indian people have been fighting with the Russian army in Ukraine.
Many are missing, and some have died.
India is trying to get these people back.
The Russian government isn't making it easy, possibly because they need soldiers for the war.
The Indian government has warned people not to join the Russian army.
Some Indians may be hiding their identities to make more money.
The process of releasing them is slow and difficult.
Reports indicate that Russia is slow to release Indian nationals caught in the Ukraine war.
At least 16 Indian nationals deployed by the Russian Army are missing.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has stated that 12 Indians have been killed.
The MEA has cautioned Indian citizens against joining the Russian army.
Some Indians may be concealing their identities.
- Who
- Indian nationals and the Russian army
- What
- The slow release of Indian nationals involved in the war in Ukraine
- When
- Since the beginning of the war in 2022
- Where
- Ukraine
- Why
- The Russian side is slow to respond to India's requests.
Indian Government
Russian Government
Release of Indian Nationals
Indian Government
Urges the release of Indian nationals.
Russian Government
Shows cursory politeness, slow release.
- Missing Indians
- At least 16
- Indians Killed
- 12
- Recruitment Warning
- MEA cautioned against joining the Russian army
- Official Stance
- The practice of hiring Indian nationals has ended.
