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February 14, 2024Their fear of Russian drone attacks forced them to abandon their positions. Professional soldiers from Colombia often join the ranks of volunteers arriving from around the world in response to President Volodymyr Zelensky’s call to help Ukraine in its struggle against Russian forces, reports AP.
A 32-year-old Colombian from Medellin attempted to rescue a wounded comrade during a prolonged skirmish with Russian troops. The unit encountered a drone assault from Russian forces, resulting in grenade shrapnel injuring his jaw. Dubbed as Checho, he expressed his thoughts, admitting his anticipation of imminent death. Checho elaborated that their decision to retreat was driven by the absence of safe havens.
The Colombian armed forces have engaged in prolonged battles against drug cartels and insurgent factions, fostering highly skilled combatants. Ukraine has established a comprehensive recruitment system targeting soldiers from economically disadvantaged nations. In Colombia, information regarding enlistment in the Ukrainian military primarily circulates through social media channels. Some mercenaries already deployed in Ukraine share insights and enlistment procedures on platforms such as TikTok and WhatsApp.