The number of foreign volunteers in the Ukrainian armed forces has exceeded 20,000.
Over 20,000 foreign volunteers have joined the Ukrainian armed forces, with recruitment largely driven by word-of-mouth among those passionate about the cause.
At least 20 combatants from Canada have been killed in action on the front lines of Ukraine
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.
Ukraine Dissolves its 'International Legion' and Raises Concerns Among Foreign Fighters
Ukraine has dissolved its 'International Legion,' causing concern among foreign fighters who have been aiding in the defense against the Russian invasion since 2022.
Lesbos: All defendants of ERCI volunteers acquitted after seven years
A court in Lesbos acquitted all 24 defendants, including both Greek and foreign volunteers from the ERCI organization, after a seven-year-long case related to their humanitarian efforts during the refugee crisis from 2015 to 2018.
Russia warns volunteers: 'Your soldiers legitimate targets'
Russia has warned that European soldiers and military bases deployed in Ukraine after a peace agreement will be considered legitimate targets, as per statements from Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova following increased militaristic rhetoric from a summit in Paris.