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Impoverished Women from Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda Forced into Shahed Drone Production for Russian Military

Oct 11, 2024, 11:05 AM

A report reveals that impoverished women from various developing countries, including Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, are being lured to Russia under false pretenses of employment in the hospitality industry. Instead, they are forced into slave labor, constructing drones for the Russian military. The report highlights the dire conditions these women face, including exposure to hazardous chemicals used in drone production, which are so caustic that they can cause severe facial injuries. Notably, Russian women are prohibited from handling these chemicals due to concerns over birth defects and fertility issues. This situation underscores significant vulnerabilities in the supply chain of Russian artillery systems and ammunition production, raising alarms about the exploitation of foreign labor in the ongoing conflict.