Indian Student Surrenders to Ukrainian Forces After Forced Recruitment into Russian Military

Oct 08, 2025 08:56 pm CST

A 22-year-old Indian student from Gujarat, Majoti Sahil Mohammed Hussein, surrendered to Ukrainian forces after being coerced into joining the Russian military to avoid imprisonment for a drug-related case. His case highlights the concerning situation of Indians being forced into combat roles in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with the Indian government urging Russia to release and repatriate 27 nationals currently serving in the Russian Army.