Cameroon confirms deaths of 16 soldiers fighting as contractors for Russia in Ukraine war
In a significant acknowledgment of its nationals' involvement in international conflict, Cameroon has confirmed the deaths of 16 soldiers, identified as military contractors, who were killed while fighting for Russia in the ongoing war against Ukraine. This announcement marks the first public recognition by the Cameroonian government of its citizens participating in warfare outside the country, specifically in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war. The confirmation was delivered through a statement by Cameroon’s Foreign Ministry, which was broadcast on state media late on Monday. The ministry has urged families of the deceased soldiers to reach out to officials in Yaoundé,... [Continue Reading]
