Russia-Ukraine War
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At least two South Africans killed fighting for Russia, says foreign minister
At least two South Africans have died fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine, Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola revealed, as 15 men were repatriated to South Africa.
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Men lured to Russian frontlines in Russia-Ukraine war welcomed home
President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the return of South African men who were lured into the battle lines between Russia and Ukraine.
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Where do Ukraine and Russia stand after four years of war?
Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine exactly four years ago on 24 February 2022, unleashing the deadliest war in Europe since World War II.
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Ramaphosa, Putin discuss repatriation of trapped SA fighters
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the repatriation of 17 South African nationals fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine. The men, reportedly deceived into joining…
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Russian military recruitment case: Five accused appear in court as investigation deepens
A radio presenter and four others appeared in the Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday charged with recruiting South Africans to fight for Russia in its war with Ukraine.
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Kenyans describe deception into Russian military service in Ukraine
Kenyan men recruited under false pretences to work in Russia say they were forced to fight in Ukraine, with some suffering serious injuries and others dying in combat.
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Russian pre-Christmas strikes kill three, cut power across Ukraine
At least three people were killed in massive pre-Christmas strikes across Ukraine launched by Russia, leaving thousands in the dark.
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Prominent SABC journalist appears in court over Russia-Ukraine war recruitment
A prominent SABC freelance journalist Dr Nonkululeko Mantula (39), appeared in court today together with four other accused in the alleged recruitment of South African men as mercenaries to fight…
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DA formally lays charges against Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla over Ukraine war mercenary scandal
The Democratic Alliance (DA) this week formally laid criminal charges against MK Party MP and daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, for her alleged central role in recruiting…
