
Alexander Mustyatsé
Alexander Mustyatsé, a 19-year-old from Krynk, Kherson Oblast, Ukraine, was previously considered missing after being abducted by Russian forces in 2022. His case gained attention when he was discovered fighting in the Russian military against Ukraine. Found by activists from the project Back to Ukraine, Mustyatsé's social media activity revealed his allegiance to Russia, marking him as the first known case of a Ukrainian child, once thought to be abducted, joining the Russian armed forces upon reaching adulthood. His statements indicate a deep influence of Russian propaganda on his beliefs and identity.
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Alexander Mustyatsé was considered missing but was found fighting in the Russian army against Ukraine.
Украинский подросток, который считался пропавшим без вести, оказался в рядах российской армии и воюет против УкраиныНаша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·
Belarus· 2026-08-10
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