Mohammed Asfan, a Hyderabadi man forced to fight for Russia, has died.
Speaking to The Hindu, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaddudin Owaisi, who has been in constant contact with Mohammed Imran, the victim’s brother, said that after several attempts, his family finally received word of Mr. Asfan’s death on Wednesday. “An Indian Embassy staffer confirmed that Asfan passed away,” Mr. Owaisi said. Though information about his death was received on March 6, it is unclear when he died.
The victim, who travelled to Russia in search of a better livelihood, is one of several Indian youths who found themselves fighting on the frontlines against Ukraine. The victim is survived by his wife and two children.
