Ukraine will initiate sanctions at a meeting of EU foreign ministers against networks that help recruit citizens of African countries into the ranks of Russia's Armed Forces.

As of May 2026, at least 2,965 citizens from 36 African countries have either served or are currently serving in the Russian army in the war against Ukraine, while Moscow plans to…

Ukraine will initiate sanctions at a meeting of EU foreign ministers against networks that help recruit citizens of African countries into the ranks of Russia's Armed Forces.