Human trafficking and grave human rights violations linked to the recruitment of non-Russian nationals, in particular from Africa, for Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine
TA-10-2026-0081 · P10_TA(2026)0081 · PE782.987
- Adopted in plenary on · Adopted 479–17–43 · See the decision →
- Full procedure 2026/2641
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Parliament condemns Russia's deceptive recruitment of foreign nationals, especially Africans, for its war in Ukraine, calling it a grave human rights violation that may constitute war crimes.¶ It urges states to investigate, hold accountable those involved, warn citizens, and facilitate repatriation; demands Russia cease practices and ensure unconditional repatriation.¶¶ It calls on social media platforms to remove recruitment content, on the EU to support affected states and impose sanctions, and highlights the case of Francis Ndung’u Ndarua.¶¶¶
Key points
- Strongly condemns trafficking and coercive recruitment of foreign nationals into Russia's military and war-related labour, calling them grave violations that may constitute war crimes.¶
- Urges states to investigate and combat recruitment, hold accountable those facilitating it, enhance immigration vigilance, warn citizens, and facilitate immediate repatriation.¶
- Calls on social media platforms to cooperate in removing deceptive recruitment content and on states to hold platforms accountable.¶
- Underscores that deceptive recruitment coincides with Russia's expanding influence in Africa, including through private military companies and information manipulation.¶
- Demands Russia immediately cease recruitment practices and guarantee unconditional repatriation of fraudulently recruited individuals.¶
- Draws attention to the case of Francis Ndung’u Ndarua, calls for his repatriation, and urges Russia to inform his relatives of his whereabouts and health.¶
- Calls on the EU and Member States to engage with affected states, support anti-trafficking efforts, and impose targeted sanctions on responsible individuals and entities.¶