11 Ugandans Confirmed Dead in Russia’s War Against Ukraine, 16 Others Reported Missing
KAMPALA — Eleven Ugandans serving in the Russian military have been confirmed dead in the ongoing war against Ukraine, while another 16 remain missing and are presumed dead, according to reports attributed to the Russian embassy.
The latest update raises concern over the fate of Ugandan nationals who joined the Russian military amid the continuing conflict.
The embassy also reportedly indicated that five Ugandans were still serving in the Russian army and would be discharged upon the expiry of their military contracts.
The reported deaths and disappearances highlight the risks faced by foreign nationals serving in the conflict, as families continue to seek information about loved ones caught up in the war.
Details of how the Ugandans were recruited or deployed have not been disclosed, and Ugandan authorities have not yet commented on the latest figures.
As the war continues, families of those confirmed dead are awaiting formal notification, while relatives of the missing continue to press for clarity on their status.
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