Armen Balian, an Armenian citizen, has been detained in Moscow and charged with mercenary activity after fighting alongside Ukrainian troops against Russian forces.
Balian, 36, was arrested at Domodedovo Airport upon arrival in Moscow and is accused of recruiting and participating as a mercenary in armed conflict.
The Investigative Committee stated that Balian traveled to Ukraine in November 2022 via Moldova and joined military operations in various conflict zones.
Balian admitted his involvement in the fighting and acknowledged his mercenary role in Ukraine, with ongoing investigations revealing further details.
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