Jordan demands Russia stop recruiting citizens after two killed in fighting
Summary
Jordan has asked Russia to stop recruiting its citizens after two Jordanians were killed while fighting for the Russian military. Jordan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs called this recruitment illegal and said it puts its citizens' lives at risk. They also urged Russia to end contracts with any Jordanian citizens currently enlisted.Key Facts
- Jordan protested to Russia about the illegal recruitment of its citizens into the Russian military.
- Two Jordanians were reported killed fighting for Russia.
- The Jordanian Foreign Ministry said the recruitment breaks both domestic and international laws.
- Jordan intends to use all possible means to stop further recruitment of its citizens.
- Russia is noted for recruiting foreign fighters for its war in Ukraine.
- An estimated 18,000 foreign fighters from 128 countries have joined Russia, according to Ukraine.
- North Korea reportedly sent up to 15,000 soldiers to fight for Russia in 2024.
- Moscow has also recruited about 1,400 Africans from over 30 countries.
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