15 Zimbabweans Die in Russia-Ukraine War

Information Minister Zhemu Soda confirmed 15 Zimbabwean citizens died fighting for Russia in the Russia-Ukraine war. The government revealed 66 additional Zimbabweans remain trapped and actively involved in the conflict. Suspected human trafficking syndicates reportedly lured these individuals into foreign military recruitment through fraudulent schemes. The government issued a strong warning against these dangerous recruitment scams, which have led to multiple deaths and exploitation. Authorities are making urgent efforts to assist those trapped and to combat the criminal networks responsible for this widespread exploitation. The minister emphasized the severe risks involved, urging citizens to verify overseas job offers to avoid similar fates.