Kyiv/Morbi: In a startling development amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, a 22-year-old Indian national, Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein from Morbi in Gujarat, has surrendered to Ukrainian troops after just three days on the Russian frontline. Ukrainian media and military sources have confirmed the incident, and India's Embassy in Kyiv is actively verifying the details while coordinating with New Delhi.

Key Details of the Incident:

• Background and Recruitment: Hussein, who had traveled to Russia for studies, was arrested in a drug-related case and sentenced to seven years in prison. To avoid incarceration, he signed a contract with the Russian military to participate in what Moscow terms the "special military operation" against Ukraine. He underwent only 16 days of basic training before being deployed on October 1, 2025.Also Read: Anil Kumble Appointed as Brand Ambassador of Karnataka Forest Department
  

• Surrender Circumstances: Hussein described his decision as deliberate. After a heated argument with his Russian commander during his brief frontline stint, he spotted a Ukrainian position about 2-3 kilometers away. He immediately dropped his rifle and approached the Ukrainian 63rd Mechanized Brigade, declaring, "I don't want to fight. I need help." The brigade released a video on Telegram where Hussein recounts his ordeal voluntarily, expressing reluctance to return to Russia and preferring Ukrainian custody over rejoining the Russian forces.TIMEX Classics Analog Watch for Men with Round Dial & Water Resistant Man's Wrist Watches
  

• Hussein's Statement: In the video, he stated, "I came to Russia to study, but got caught in a drug case and was sentenced to seven years in jail. I didn't want to stay in prison, so I signed the contract for the war. But I wanted to get out of there." He also mentioned not receiving any promised financial compensation from the Russian side.