Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein
Indian Student Captured in Ukraine After Being Forced to Fight for Russian Army to Avoid Prison
Oct 09, 2025 01:31 pm CST
A 22-year-old Indian student from Gujarat, Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein, was captured by Ukrainian forces after being coerced into joining the Russian military to avoid a seven-year prison sentence on drug charges. His family has appealed to the Indian government for his safe return as authorities work to verify the reports of his detention.
Indian Student Captured Fighting for Russian Army in Ukraine: MEA Seeks Verification
Oct 08, 2025 11:18 am CST
A 22-year-old Indian national from Gujarat, Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein, has reportedly been captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for the Russian army. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs is working to verify these claims, as Hussein allegedly joined Russian forces to escape a prison sentence. This case highlights growing concerns about foreign nationals being recruited into the Russia-Ukraine conflict through coercion or false promises.