South Asians Recruited to Fight in Ukraine

Nepalese farmer Krishna Maya is facing the distressing impact of the Ukraine conflict through her son Ritesh's forced conscription into the Russian army, a situation echoed across South Asia as young men are lured by promises of benefits. Precise data on casualties and recruits from South Asia remains elusive, with divergent figures reported regarding Nepalese soldiers' deaths and injuries. On the battlefield, Ukrainian forces continue to engage Russian troops, focusing on destroying military capabilities while conducting counteroffensives, especially in regions like Toretsk and Pokrovsk. Meanwhile, civilian casualties persist, with reports of deaths in Donetsk due to Ukrainian shelling, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The conflict's escalation has also led to significant destruction in Russian border regions and Ukrainian cities like Sumy, crucial for logistical operations. The ongoing violence raises serious concerns about civilian safety and the broader implications for international diplomacy.