Captured Akhmat fighter says he chose Ukraine and a drone guided him away from Russia’s ranks
Magomed said earlier Chechen defections prompted Russian commanders to check fighters’ phones and tighten surveillance.
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“What happens here affects next 50 years”: why American left Pennsylvania to fight in Ukraine’s 47th Brigade
"Lighthouse", a soldier in the 47th Brigade's reconnaissance company, came from Pennsylvania after the full-scale war.
Colombian veterans, a British bomb-disposal expert, a Finnish teenager: who are the 16,000 foreigners fighting for Ukraine?
Foreign troops serve Ukraine in frontline and specialist roles. The Military Ombudsman’s Office has received more than 300 requests concerning their pay, contracts, supplies, status, and medical care.
Swiss court hands suspended sentence to fighter who served in Ukraine
First prosecution of a Swiss citizen for joining Ukrainian forces.
Frontline report: Ukrainian Army’s Brazilians quietly encircle Russian troops near Pokrovsk — and eliminate them one by one
In the forests and villages outside Pokrovsk, foreign fighters ambushed infiltration groups and raised Ukrainian flags in secured areas.
From Finnish forests to Ukraine’s frontline: Volunteer Tapani joins International Legion to protect Europe’s future from war
Tapani left his quiet life to fight in Kharkiv, warning the war could reach Europe within five years.
From adrenaline seekers to war veterans: New book of British journalist shows diverse faces of Ukraine’s International Legion
Volunteers worldwide joined the fight against Russian aggression, risking everything to defend Ukraine. Some have never returned home.
“You can fight back against artillery”: Colombian volunteer learns war and Ukrainian on battlefield
Denied a medic’s post, Miguel joined the infantry instead. Now, he saves lives and learns Ukraine’s anthem under fire.
Frontline report: Russia’s elite Spetsnaz walk over their own dead as French ex-commandos hold Kharkiv line
Russian soldiers collide in Ukraine's bloodied forests as their summer gambit unfolds.
Czech citizen who joined Russian Army now begs Prague for rescue
Now, he faces criminal charges at home.
“I kissed my cross and grenade landed on my chest”: Argentine volunteer’s impossible survival story in Donbas
The Ukraine's International Legion fighter cheats death twice in one day.
“Died for freedom in Ukraine and all Europe”: Lithuanian volunteer killed in combat
20-year-old Tomas Valentėlis served in Ukraine's International Legion and was killed on 13 March during his first combat mission.
Frontline report: US policy shift sparks surge in foreign support for Ukraine’s defense
Thousands of foreign soldiers have joined Ukraine’s defense, spurred by frustration over US policy shift towards Russia.
“They are fighting for all of us”: Former UK MP joins Ukraine’s International Legion
"Dictators have to be defeated or they never stop," said Jack Lopresti, who will be taking on diplomacy responsibilities in Ukraine's International Legion
Australian POW who was feared dead may be alive in Russian captivity
After weeks of speculation about death following a disturbing interrogation video, Australian Prime Minister acknowledged receiving Russian diplomatic notification that Oscar Jenkins remains alive in detention.
Former British soldier Jake Waddington dies in Ukraine combat mission
Jake Waddington, a former British Army soldier who fought in the fierce battle for Bakhmut with Ukraine's International Legion, was killed on 6 January when a Russian drone dropped a grenade on his position in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
Ukraine’s parliament passes historic citizenship law for defense forces and their families
This initiative is specifically designed to address the needs of foreign volunteers fighting for Ukraine and their families.
Volunteers from 70 countries enlist in Ukrainian forces to fight Russian troops
A significant portion of international recruits in the Ukrainian Armed Forces, around 40%, come from South America, adding vital support in the ongoing
fight against Russian forces.
Ukrainian Legion set to begin training in Poland by end of 2024
In a strategic partnership, Ukraine and Poland are launching the Ukrainian Legion, with the first unit to begin training by year’s end.
Slovak president Pellegrini denies all requests for citizens willing to join Ukrainian forces
The Slovak President's Office reaffirmed that citizens face criminal prosecution for joining foreign military forces without presidential authorization, as President Pellegrini rejected all pending applications, marking a departure from his predecessor's policy.