Russian Army

08 Sep

Russia Pledges Repatriation of Indian Citizens Serving in Military as Moscow Compiles Battlefield List

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsWorld NewsDmitry Peskov, Indian recruits, MEA India, Randhir Jaiswal, Russian Army, Vikram Misri

Kremlin/New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Russian government announced on Tuesday that it is actively compiling a comprehensive roster of Indian citizens currently serving in the Russian military to facilitate their immediate discharge and repatriation. Addressing Indian journalists during a virtual briefing from Moscow, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russian authorities are in constant and deep contact with New Delhi on the matter, affirming that all identified personnel will be sent home as soon as their presence on the front lines is formally established. Reacting to the Kremlin’s commitment, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that approximately two…

08 Nov

India Seeks Early Release of 44 Citizens Serving in Russian Military, Warns of Life Risks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIndia, Russian Army

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of India has urged Moscow to immediately release 44 Indian nationals found to be serving in the Russian armed forces, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced. Addressing the media, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi has taken up the issue with Russian authorities after learning that several Indians had been recruited into the Russian military despite the dangers involved. “We are aware that 44 Indian nationals are presently in the Russian army. We are in constant touch with their families and have requested Russian officials to ensure their safe and early…