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Indian, Nepali families seek safe return of men fighting in Ukraine

Al Jazeera ·
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera

Families in India and Nepal are calling for the safe return of men who have joined foreign armies to fight in Ukraine. The severe unemployment challenges in South Asian countries have pushed many young individuals towards enlisting in military services abroad as a potential solution for employment. This choice, though financially motivated, introduces considerable risks and perils associated with combat zones, leading to governmental actions and an increased level of worry among their families. Governments in these nations are responding with measures aimed at addressing the situation, given the grave concerns over the safety and well-being of their citizens involved in conflicts outside their borders. The issue highlights the desperate measures some are forced to take due to economic pressures at home and the complex realities of international military engagements.