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The Russian State Duma has passed legislation to shield foreign fighters in the military from extradition for crimes in their home countries, likely aimed at boosting recruitment for the war in Ukraine.

Russia's State Duma has passed legislation to prevent the extradition of foreign nationals who participated in military actions against Ukraine.

Ghana's Foreign Minister calls on Ukraine to release two Ghanaians captured during the conflict with Russia.

Ghana's Foreign Minister urges Ukraine to release two Ghanaians captured while fighting for Russia.

A new book sheds light on the contributions of thirteen foreign women who fought in Revolutionary Catalonia during the Spanish Civil War.

Most South Africans who were fighting for Russia in Ukraine have exited the war zone and are on their way home.

Brittney Shki-Giizis, a Canadian Army captain, has chosen to remain in Ukraine as a soldier after initially serving as a tank instructor, expressing her desire to confront fear and contribute meaningfully to the conflict.

A whistleblower has confirmed the use of torture and abuse in a Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine, implicating the unit in the death of recruit Bruno Gabriel Leal da Silva.

Approximately 600 foreign soldiers contract with the Ukrainian Armed Forces each month, according to a military official.

An investigation by Kenyan security authorities reveals that over a thousand Kenyans have traveled to Russia to fight in Ukraine, a significant increase from previous reports of about 200.

The article discusses the recruitment of approximately one thousand Kenyans to fight in Ukraine.

A Kyiv Independent investigation reveals allegations of abuse and torture within a Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine, highlighted by the death of a recruit under brutal disciplinary practices.

A Labor frontbencher affirms the Australian government's position on the return of families linked to Islamic State fighters as it navigates pressures regarding their passport acquisition.

At least 20 Canadian combatants have lost their lives in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting the significant risks faced by foreign volunteers in the war.

Since the onset of the war in Ukraine, Russia has increased its recruitment of foreign fighters from Southeast Asia, utilizing complex networks that involve social media and job placement agencies.

UK Defense Minister John Healey highlighted Russia's increasing reliance on foreign fighters in the Ukraine war due to substantial troop losses.

A report highlights that the Russian army's increasing reliance on foreign fighters is attributed to heavy losses in the Ukraine conflict that outpace their ability to recruit new ranks.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow, reportedly damaging a significant portion of Russia's air defense systems and highlighting the worsening reliance of the Russian military on foreign fighters.

Humanitarian groups report that the majority of foreign families of suspected Islamic State fighters have left al-Hawl camp, raising security and humanitarian concerns.

Most foreign family members of ISIS fighters have reportedly left the Al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria after Kurdish forces ceased their control over it.

Many relatives of foreign fighters have reportedly left the al-Hol camp following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces that previously guarded the facility.

A group of Brazilian citizens was reported to be among the soldiers killed at a battlefront in eastern Ukraine, according to a report by Russian news agency RIA Novosti.

The article discusses the unexpected transfer of foreign soldiers in Ukraine's International Legion and the subsequent poor conditions they faced.

A Brazilian man, Marcos Souto, has become embroiled in the Ukrainian conflict, drawn by false promises of high pay, revealing the harrowing experiences of foreign fighters.

Colombian ex-soldiers are increasingly present in Ukraine, driven by a personal commitment to help the Ukrainian people during the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Ukraine has dissolved its 'International Legion,' causing concern among foreign fighters who have been aiding in the defense against the Russian invasion since 2022.

Armed Kurdish separatist groups have attempted to cross into Iran from Iraq, raising concerns about the spread of unrest and foreign militant involvement amid ongoing protests in Iran.

Russia is using the popular communication platform Discord to recruit South African citizens to participate in the war against Ukraine, revealing a new tactic to attract foreign fighters.

Foreign fighters in Ukraine's International Legion express their concerns over a reorganization that has left them uncertain about their future.