Event Brief
South Africans Fighting for Russia Repatriated, SABC Says
Filed: Feb 19, 2026 at 4:06 AM ET
Summary: Four South Africans, among about 20 young men, have been repatriated after being duped into fighting for Russia.
WHO: Four South Africans
WHAT: Repatriation after being duped into fighting
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 9:55 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: Families reported they were duped into fighting for Russia
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