"Cubans enticed by Russia's expedited citizenship offer for Ukraine"

Russia is enticing Cubans to join the war in Ukraine by offering fast-tracked citizenship and a signing bonus worth more than the average Cuban's annual income. As Russia faces a shortage of soldiers, it has turned to foreign fighters, with hundreds of Cubans reportedly heading to Ukraine. While some recruits have complained of being misled about their roles, others claim they were aware of the situation. The Cuban government has described the recruitment as part of a "human trafficking network."