Cuba Allows Citizens to Legally Fight for Russia in Ukraine, But Cracks Down on Trafficking Ring

Cuba says it is not against Cubans legally fighting for Russia in Ukraine, per its envoy in Moscow.
Cuba recently arrested 17 people related to a ring trafficking Cubans to serve in the Russian military.
Cuba's ambassador said the arrested were engaged in illegal activities, not legal military service.
Cuba did not specify if it would allow citizens to legally fight for Ukraine.
Russia is an important destination for Cuban migrants, and Putin offered expedited citizenship for military service.

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