India's Ministry of External Affairs warns citizens against joining Russian armed forces

India's Ministry of External Affairs issued a fresh advisory on Wednesday, strongly discouraging Indian nationals from joining the Russian armed forces amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The advisory reiterated that the government continues to see reports of Indian nationals being recruited into the Russian military, despite repeated warnings. It highlighted cases where individuals have given up Indian citizenship to obtain Russian passports and join the military, lured by monetary benefits. The MEA advised citizens to exercise caution and not accept job offers from unverified agents. The government remains engaged with Russia to ensure the safety and early discharge of Indian nationals in the Russian armed forces.