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Indian National Killed in Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Mohammed Asfan, duped into joining the Russian army, has died amid the ongoing conflict.

  • Mohammed Asfan from Hyderabad was killed months after being deceived into joining Russia's war against Ukraine.
  • The Indian Embassy in Russia confirmed Asfan's death and is coordinating with his family to repatriate his remains.
  • Asfan was among nearly two dozen Indians lured to Russia under the guise of high-paying jobs, only to be coerced into combat.
  • AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi had previously highlighted the plight of Indians trapped in Russia, prompting government action.
  • Families of the victims accuse Indian authorities of insufficient efforts to rescue their loved ones from the conflict.
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