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Brits joining the fight against Putin's invading troops in Ukraine say they are 'willing to die for freedom'

A pair of heavily-armed Brits have arrived in Ukraine, ready to take on Vladimir Putin's troops as the Russian invasion of it's neighbouring country continues.

According to Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, the two are said to be among an estimated 20,000 foreign nationals to have travelled to Ukraine to fight since the conflict began - reports Wales Online.

One of the two men, James, arrived in the country around two weeks ago - and is one of approximately 15 UK nationals to join the Georgian National Legion. During a phone call with The Mirror, the Manchester born troop shared his experiences from his base so far.

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