Eight Suspects Arrested in Indonesia for Alleged Recruitment of Russian Mercenaries
Indonesian police have arrested eight suspects, including Russian and Ukrainian nationals, for allegedly recruiting Indonesian citizens to become Russian mercenaries. The suspects reportedly operated a training facility and engaged in recruitment activities.
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