Russia-Ukraine conflict Stories

Government reveals over 200 Kenyans lured to join Russian military, some injured or stranded
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 12, 2025

Promises of high-paying jobs turned into a nightmare as hundreds of Kenyans were lured into a foreign war, with some injured, stranded, or trapped in...

Senate urges swift action on Kenyans stranded in Russia, gender violence, mental health, and illegal construction
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 09, 2025

Nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana sought urgent clarification from the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare regarding Kenyan youth who trave...

Ukraine accuses Russia of recruiting over 1,400 Africans for frontline combat
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 09, 2025

Kyiv says the recruitment is part of Russia’s efforts to strengthen its forces amid mounting casualties in the ongoing war.

Kenya moves to curb recruitment of its citizens in Russia-Ukraine war
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 07, 2025

Ruto said that they "expressed concern over young Kenyans who have been illegally recruited to fight in the war in Ukraine, and agreed to raise awaren...

Nairobi pushes for safe return of Kenyans recruited into Russia-Ukraine war
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 27, 2025

A Kenyan citizen, Edward Kamau Gituku, was arrested for allegedly coordinating the scheme, while Russian national Mike Lyapin was detained on suspicio...

Sudan among countries facing widespread mine and explosive contamination – UN report
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 23, 2025

The severe humanitarian impact of explosive ordnance contamination has rendered some land unsuitable for cultivation and increased the risk of civilia...

Man accused of trafficking Kenyans to Russia sues police officer for Sh10 million over rights abuse
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 14, 2025

Edward Kamau Gituku claims that Sergeant Bramwel Saima violated his constitutional rights during his arrest and detention over allegations that he tra...

Businessman accused of trafficking ex-KDF officers to Russia freed on Sh500,000 bail
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 08, 2025

Gituku faces charges of facilitating the recruitment and relocation of 22 former Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers who allegedly joined Russian mili...

Government says Kenyans captured in Ukraine were victims of human trafficking
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 07, 2025

The PS said the government is actively engaging Ukrainian authorities to ensure that the captured Kenyans receive consular support and are safely repa...

Heavy battlefield losses in Ukraine push Russia to seek foreign recruits
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 03, 2025

Independent media reports also indicate that at least 100 citizens of Central Asian states have been killed since the beginning of the invasion of Ukr...

Kenyan man repatriated from Moscow after forced recruitment into Russian military
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 01, 2025

Kariuki’s return follows the recent rescue of three other Kenyans—Shaquille Wambo, Pius Mwika, and Derrick Njaga—by the Kenyan mission in Moscow.

Court blocks DCI from accessing medical records in Russian war probe
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 30, 2025

The orders will remain in force until October 8, 2025, when the matter will be mentioned for further directions.

Russian behind recruitment of Kenyans to fight in Ukraine arrested
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 26, 2025

Detectives say Mike Lyapin, an employee of the Russian embassy in Nairobi, who first came to Kenya on March 6, 2017, was arrested in Nairobi as he pla...

DCI busts human trafficking syndicate recruiting Kenyans for Russia-Ukraine war front
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 25, 2025

An intelligence-led operation at Great Wall apartments in Athi River on Wednesday night found 21 Kenyans in a house waiting to be processed to travel...

Kenya probes claims of citizens being used as soldiers in Russia-Ukraine war
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 21, 2025

This follows reports that a 36-year-old athlete, Evans Kibet, was captured by Ukrainian forces after fleeing Russian military service he claims he was...

President Donald Trump issues Russia 50-day ultimatum, announces weapons deal with NATO to help Ukraine
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 14, 2025

Trump emphasised that the proposed tariffs would be designed to pressure countries still conducting business with Russia, further isolating Russia fro...

Kenya shifts to neutral stance on Russia-Ukraine war in new foreign policy pivot
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 04, 2025

Kenya now aligns itself with the positions of the G77 and the African Group, both of which tend to adopt more balanced or non-aligned approaches to in...

How Kenyan girls are trafficked to Russia to assemble war drones
Mary Wambui  |  May 17, 2025

Recruitment was carried out online, particularly via social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Telegram, and X (formerly Twitter), and through lo...

Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine after three years of war
Reuters  |  May 11, 2025

Russian officials have also proposed that the US recognise Russia's control over parts of Ukraine and demanded that Ukraine remains neutral, though Mo...

Zelensky in South Africa for talks with Ramaphosa on Ukraine peace efforts, bilateral ties
Reuters  |  Apr 24, 2025

Zelensky on Wednesday said there needed to be an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire with Moscow, repeating that Ukraine did not rule out any...

Kenyan youth ranked among world's most mentally strong, better than many in Western nations
Amina Wako  |  Mar 07, 2025

The study, which analysed more than one million responses from internet-enabled populations in 76 countries, reveals a stark contrast between Africa a...

Trump pauses all U.S. military aid to Ukraine after angry clash with Zelenskiy
Reuters  |  Mar 04, 2025

Trump criticized Zelenskiy for being insufficiently grateful for Washington's backing in the war with Russia.

UK, European leaders join forces to draft Ukraine peace plan to take to US
Reuters  |  Mar 03, 2025

European leaders agreed they must spend more on defence to show Trump the continent can protect itself, and the European Commission chief suggested th...

Trump threatens to withdraw support for Ukraine after clash with Zelenskiy
Reuters  |  Mar 01, 2025

Earlier, Trump told Zelenskiy that his soldiers have been unbelievably brave and that the United States wants to see an end to the fighting.

ICC prosecutor reveals threats by world leaders over Israel arrest warrants
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 06, 2024

The prosecutor expressed concern, emphasising that they must use resources wisely to look into both incriminating and exonerating evidence until they...

Putin declares national day of mourning as death toll in Moscow attack hits 115
Amina Wako  |  Mar 23, 2024

Camouflaged gunmen opened fire at the packed Crocus City Hall in Moscow's northern suburb of Krasnogorsk on Friday evening, ahead of a concert by Sovi...

Zelensky aide denies Ukraine link to Moscow concert hall attack
AFP  |  Mar 23, 2024

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack, the deadliest in Russia in almost two decades.

Government rejects claims of Kenyans serving as mercenaries in Ukraine
Bashir Mohammed  |  Mar 16, 2024

In a quick rejoinder, Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Dr. Korir Singoei rejected the allegations, asserting that Kenya does not associate itself w...

Ruto, Polish President to discuss bilateral ties, Russia-Ukraine conflict
Foreign Correspondent  |  Feb 05, 2024

Polish President Andrzej Duda's objective during the tour is to promote Polish business interests and counter Russian “propaganda” on the continent.

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