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South Africa arrests four men suspected of planning to fight for Russia
Four men face charges under South Africa's Regulation of Foreign Military Assistance Act after being intercepted at OR Tambo Airport while en route to join Russia's military.
- On Nov 29, OR Tambo SAPS alerted the Hawks after stopping four men en route to Russia via the United Arab Emirates at a Johannesburg boarding gate on Nov 28.
- Investigators say a South African woman allegedly facilitated travel and recruitment of men into the Russian military, while Ms Duduzile Zuma‑Sambudla, daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, resigned as an MP on Nov 28 amid accusations by a relative.
- The probe expanded when an additional suspect arrived at OR Tambo on Thursday, prompting the arrest of three additional suspects on Nov 28 and the execution of a search and seizure warrant that confiscated two backpacks and electronic gadgets.
- Prosecutors say the four suspects contravened the Regulation of Foreign Military Assistance Act and are expected in court on Dec 1; an interviewed suspect yielded further evidence and a reportedly senior media personality was arrested.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered an investigation into how 17 South African men ended up fighting in Ukraine, and investigators coordinate with intelligence structures and international counterparts under South African law banning unauthorised foreign military assistance.
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In South Africa, four men have been arrested on suspicion of recruiting to participate in the war on the side of Russia.
According to Kiev, 1,426 nationals of 36 African countries have been identified in the Russian ranks, but the number of foreign fighters may be much higher.
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Leaning Left7Leaning Right4Center6Last UpdatedBias Distribution41% Left
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C 35%
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