Ukraine captures first Indonesian prisoner of war as Russia steps up foreign recruitment

Ukraine has captured its first Indonesian prisoner of war, Sukamto Ayok, who was misled into joining the Russian military. Ayok, believing he was signing a construction contract, was instead enlisted in the Russian Defense Ministry. After realizing his situation, he attempted to escape but was detained and tattooed with an identification number. He received no military training before being sent to combat in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, where he was captured by Ukrainian forces. This incident highlights concerns in Indonesia regarding the recruitment of its citizens into the Russian military, with reports of at least 292 Indonesians being recruited. Indonesia has urged Russia to stop these recruitments, especially after the death of an Indonesian national fighting for Russia.