Indonesia investigates reports of 8 citizens fighting in Russia’s war against Ukraine

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Indonesia is investigating reports that eight of its citizens who applied for civilian jobs have reportedly joined Russia's war against Ukraine. The government is verifying identities and the hiring process, which offered incentives like high pay, non-combat roles, and expedited Russian citizenship.

Indonesia on Wednesday said the government was ascertaining reports that eight of its citizens who applied for civilian jobs allegedly ended up fighting in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration and Corrections Yusril Ihza Mahendra said authorities were checking the identities and hiring processes involved, which offered attractive perks such as high pay, non-combat duties and fast-tracking Russian citizenship. “We are taking the information from...