'I'm Kenyan, don't shoot' - the athlete who says he was duped into the Russian army
Summary
A Kenyan athlete, Evans Kibet, claims he was tricked into joining the Russian army and is now a prisoner in Ukraine. In a video released by the Ukrainian army, Kibet pleads not to be sent back to Russia, expressing his desire to return to his family in Kenya. The situation highlights the complex circumstances under which foreign nationals reportedly become involved in the conflict.Key Facts
- Evans Kibet is a Kenyan athlete captured by Ukrainian forces; he claims he was deceived into joining the Russian army.
- Kibet appeared in a video, pleading for his life and expressing fear of returning to Russia.
- He wishes to go back to Kenya to see his 16-year-old daughter.
- The Ukrainian military stated that the interview was done with Kibet's consent, but this has not been independently confirmed.
- Kibet's family in Kenya was shocked and distressed after seeing the video.
- Kibet grew up in western Kenya and competed in lesser-known road races in Europe and Asia.
- He reportedly faced financial difficulties and saw a trip to Russia as an opportunity to race.
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