How Uzbeks are being drawn into the war: threats, prison, money — Verstka

Generic image: police and migrants in the Russian context

Thousands of migrants from Uzbekistan are taking part in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Some voluntarily sign contracts in exchange for citizenship and money; others are coerced or pressured after being accused of crimes. Upon returning, they risk imprisonment at home. This is reported by Yuliya Paramonova in her article “‘We’ll plant drugs, jail you, label… Read More »

Ukrainian military recorded the participation of Uzbek citizens in combat on the Russian side near Vovchansk

Volodymyr Zelensky with Ukrainian commanders in the Vovchansk direction, August 2025

Uzbeks fighting on the side of Russia were spotted by Ukrainian troops in the Vovchansk area. This was reported by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on August 4 in his official Telegram channel. On August 4, the President of Ukraine visited the positions of Ukrainian forces in the Vovchansk direction of Kharkiv region, where fierce fighting… Read More »