2 Indians, in Russian army, killed in Ukraine war; Govt demands ‘verified stop’ to recruitment of its nationals

India has demanded for a 'verified stop to any further recruitment' of Indian nationals by the Russian Army

2 Indians, in Russian army, killed in Ukraine war; Govt demands ‘verified stop’ to recruitment of its nationals
India has 'pressed' the Russian authorities for early repatriation of mortal remains of two Indian nationals killed in conflict. Representational Image/ REUTERS

Two Indian nationals, who were recruited by the Russian Army, were killed in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday.

“We regret to state that two Indian nationals who had been recruited by the Russian Army have recently been killed in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. We offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased,” the MEA said on June 11.

India ‘strongly takes up the matter’ with Russia

Indian Embassy in Moscow has “pressed” the Russian authorities, including the Ministry of Defence, for early repatriation of mortal remains, the MEA said.

Release all India nationals in Russian army: MEA to Moscow

The MEA also said that it has demanded the Russian Ambassador in New Delhi and Russian authorities in Moscow for early release and return of all Indian nationals who are with the Russian Army.

India demands ‘verified stop’ on further recruitment