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Zelensky Accuses Putin of Using Fighters from 47 Countries in Ukraine War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of deploying fighters from 47 countries in the war against Ukraine. The accusation was reported by multiple international news outlets on September 23, 2026.
Zelensky directly stated that Putin was using foreign fighters from 47 countries in the conflict. The claim was reported by Bangkok Post, France24, and AFP, all of which cited Zelensky's remarks. The specific countries involved were not named in the reports, but the number of countries was consistently stated as 47. The accusation comes amid ongoing tensions and allegations of foreign involvement in the war.
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IndependentBangkok PostSep 24, 01:02 AM
Zelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war - Bangkok PostZelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war Bangkok Post
IndependentBangkok PostSep 24, 01:02 AM
Zelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war - bangkokpost.comZelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war bangkokpost.com
WireAFPSep 23, 11:03 PM
Zelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war - afp.comZelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war afp.com
PublicFrance 24Sep 23, 10:53 PM
Zelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine warUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of using third-country fighters from 47 countries to prosecute Moscow's war against Ukraine.