Gambia Warns Citizens Against Fighting for Russia
Gambia's government expressed grave concern after discovering citizens were lured into fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Multiple investigations reveal Moscow promised lucrative jobs to men from African nations before forcing them into combat. Gambian officials confirmed at least some citizens have died in conflicts abroad, though details remain unclear. African nations including Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa have expressed alarm at the recruitment tactics. Ukraine's foreign minister reported 1,436 African citizens identified among Russian ranks. Gambia urges all citizens to avoid armed conflicts abroad.