Russian Convict Claims Betrayal After Fighting in Ukraine

An imprisoned Russian man, Aleksandr Abbasov-Derskhan, who lost a leg fighting in Ukraine for Russia, claims his country betrayed him by not delivering promised benefits for his service.

18 Mar, 09:23 — 18 Mar, 09:23

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He Lost a Leg for Russia. Then, He Says, His Country Betrayed Him.

Imprisoned for murder, Aleksandr Abbasov-Derskhan sought a new start in life and freedom by signing up to fight in Ukraine. But he says promised benefits proved illusory.

By Valerie Hopkins

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Russian Convict Claims Betrayal After Fighting in Ukraine

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He Lost a Leg for Russia. Then, He Says, His Country Betrayed Him.

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