An international commission has labeled Russia's forced recruitment of foreigners as 'human trafficking', citing cases from 29 countries.
Investigation labels forced recruitment as human trafficking
An independent international investigation commission on Ukraine has described the forced recruitment of foreigners by the Russian army as "human trafficking" in its latest report submitted to the United Nations General Assembly on October 26. This classification highlights the commission’s view that such actions are a violation of international law.Recruitment spans multiple countries
The commission has confirmed cases of individuals being recruited by force or deception, with reports indicating this has occurred across a wide range of countries, from India to Brazil, passing through South Africa and Bolivia. This suggests a broad and systematic effort by the Russian military to recruit foreign nationals.Evidence points to 29 countries involved
The commission has identified cases from at least 29 countries, showing that the issue is not confined to a single region or nation. This global reach underscores the scale of the problem and the need for international attention and action.Typical path of a forcibly recruited individual outlined
With evidence, the commission has managed to outline the typical path of a forcibly recruited individual, shedding light on the methods used by the Russian army to lure or coerce people into military service. This includes deceptive practices and the use of coercion to gain compliance.
