India Issues New Warning to Citizens Traveling to Russia Amidst Reports of Recruitment into Armed Forces
Summary
India has warned its citizens traveling to Russia to be cautious amid reports that some are being recruited into the Russian armed forces. The Ministry of External Affairs said it is in contact with Russian authorities and urged people to avoid unverified job offers and risky decisions abroad.
Key Points
- The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has issued a fresh warning to citizens traveling to Russia after reports of recruitment into the Russian armed forces continued to surface.
- The ministry urged Indians to be cautious about job offers from unverified agents and warned against joining the Russian army for financial gain.
- It said some citizens are renouncing Indian citizenship, taking Russian passports, and joining the armed forces, which it described as dangerous.
- The Indian government said it is working with Russian authorities to ensure the safety and welfare of Indian citizens serving in the Russian army.
