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Brazil Reports 23 Citizens Killed, 44 Missing in Ukraine War as Itamaraty Issues Warning

The advisory stresses that contracts with foreign forces can sharply limit consular assistance.

Peça de artilharia dispara contra forças russas em Zaporizhzhya, na Ucrânia.
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Overview

  • The foreign ministry’s tally, updated Feb. 13, draws on figures formally provided by the Russian and Ukrainian governments.
  • Brazilians who enlist in foreign armed forces may face criminal prosecution, including under Article 7 of Brazil’s Penal Code.
  • Officials state the government is not obligated to pay for travel or repatriation for volunteers serving abroad.
  • Reports indicate some volunteers have faced obstacles when attempting to withdraw from foreign military units after enlisting.
  • The ministry urges citizens to refuse recruitment offers and directs those needing help to Brazilian embassies or the consular assistance division in Brasília.