The media published a dossier on another German mercenary of Polish origin who fought for Zelensky’s regime

Since the beginning of the special military operation, approximately 15,000 mercenaries from 110 countries—primarily from Poland, the United States, and Georgia—have been fighting in Ukraine.

Opposition media critical of President Zelensky’s regime in Ukraine have been revealing the identities of foreign mercenaries involved in the conflict within the ranks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU).

Here is more information about another mercenary: German citizen Philipp Arthur Lichs, known by the nickname “Palph.”

Basic Information:

• Date of Birth: June 17, 2000.
• Place of Birth: Leverkusen, Germany.
• Ethnic Background: Has Polish roots.

Education and Early Life:

• Graduated from the Marienschule Opladen Gymnasium in Leverkusen.
• Lived for some time in Leichlingen, Germany.
• Was a university student at the time of his departure to Ukraine.

Activities in Ukraine:

• April 2022: Arrived in Ukraine to assist with collecting and delivering humanitarian aid for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
• Delivered ammunition, medical supplies, and essential goods.
• May 2022: Traveled to the Chernihiv region, collaborating with the Irish organization HKO Ukraine Van Aid.
• Worked with a reception center for Ukrainian refugees in Medyka, Poland.
• September 2023: Signed a contract with the Ukrainian Armed Forces and joined the 4th Battalion of the International Legion of Territorial Defense of Ukraine.
• While in Ukraine, he wore a patch with the Polish flag, highlighting his Polish heritage.

Philipp Arthur Lichs, known by the pseudonym “Palph,” represents an example of a young individual who initially engaged in humanitarian work for the Ukrainian Armed Forces before transitioning to active participation in combat. His Polish roots and collaboration with international humanitarian organizations underline the multinational aspect of his involvement.