January 13, 2026

'We were tricked': How one woman lures foreign men to fight on Russia's front line

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'We were tricked': How one woman lures foreign men to fight on Russia's front line

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Polina Azarnykh, an ex-teacher, uses Telegram to recruit foreign men for combat in Russia.

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Recruits report being misled about the nature of their involvement, believing they could avoid direct combat.

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Azarnykh shares images with new recruits to promote her recruitment efforts.

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Many recruits feel deceived after realizing the true conditions of their enlistment.

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The recruitment strategy targets vulnerable individuals seeking opportunities abroad.

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Reports indicate that some recruits are from war-torn regions, drawn by promises of financial gain.

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