Russia confirms 16 Cameroonian soldiers killed in Ukraine war
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Russia has confirmed the deaths of 16 Cameroonian soldiers fighting in Ukraine, marking the first official acknowledgement of Cameroonian involvement in the conflict. Cameroon's Foreign Ministry has urged families of the deceased to contact authorities in Yaounde. The deceased are referred to as "military contractors" operating in the area. The statement and diplomatic note did not specify how the men ended up fighting for Russia or the circumstances of their deaths. In March 2023, Cameroon's defense minister expressed concern about soldiers leaving to fight in Ukraine. While Cameroon has warned citizens against participating in foreign conflicts, Ukraine estimates over 1,700 Africans are fighting for Russia.
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AI-ExtractedCameroon's defence minister expressed concern that soldiers were leaving the country to join the war in Ukraine.
The deceased are referred to as “military contractors of Cameroonian nationality” operating in a special military operation zone.
Cameroon has called on the families of the dead to make contact with officials in Yaounde.
Russia has confirmed that 16 Cameroonian soldiers have been killed while fighting in its war against Ukraine.
Ukraine said in February that more than 1,700 Africans were fighting for Russia.
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