Peru probes trafficking of nationals recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine
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- Category: Ukraine
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 23:14 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
Peru's public prosecutor has opened an investigation after reports that Peruvian citizens were lured by false job promises and sent to fight for Russia in Ukraine. The scheme allegedly involved traffickers promising employment abroad before transporting recruits to the Russian front. Authorities are cooperating with foreign partners to identify victims, dismantle the network, and prevent further exploitation.