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Ukraine and Kenya are linked by the involvement of Kenyan citizens in the ongoing war in Ukraine, as evidenced by reports of recruitment for Russian forces [1], [2] and subsequent diplomatic efforts between the two nations to address this issue [3].

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War in Ukraine | Global Conflict Tracker - Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org Council on Foreign Relations 3 facts

claimA Kenyan intelligence report revealed that over one thousand Kenyans were recruited to fight for Russia in the war in Ukraine, a figure five times higher than initial estimates.

claimRussia agreed to stop recruiting Kenyan citizens to fight in the war in Ukraine following a meeting between Kenyan Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi and his Russian counterpart in Moscow.

claimKenya's intelligence service estimated that more than one thousand Kenyan citizens were fighting in the war in Ukraine, with lawmakers suggesting these recruits were sent to the frontlines with limited training.