Russia admits it recruited Peruvians to go to the front lines, but says they were “aware of the associated risks.”

The Russian Embassy in Peru has acknowledged the recruitment of Peruvian citizens for its military forces amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. While Russian officials maintain that these individuals were fully aware of the risks and conditions associated with their service, the statement follows reports from families who claim their relatives were misled into joining the war effort.

The situation has gained significant attention in Peru, where the government has confirmed that at least 11 Peruvian nationals have died in the conflict. Current estimates indicate that approximately 114 other Peruvian citizens remain involved in the hostilities, highlighting a growing diplomatic and humanitarian controversy regarding the recruitment of foreign nationals.