Loyalty Over Lucre: Colombian Warriors Veterans Reject Russia’s Offer and choose fight for Ukraine’s Cause -Russia unsuccessfully seeks to recruit Colombians commands

From Anti-Terror to Anti-Invasion: Colombian Warriors Choose Freedom.

Russia's blatant recruitment campaign targeting Latin Americans, particularly Colombian soldiers, with promises of exorbitant pay (over three times Ukraine's reported rate, reaching approximately 43 million Colombian pesos monthly – $10.500 USD), Russian citizenship for themselves and their families, and free university education for their children up to age 56, attempts to lure individuals with purely financial incentives.

However, this propaganda fails to understand the core motivations of Colombia's seasoned military personnel. Colombia boasts the second-largest active military force in Latin America and one of the most battle-hardened in the world, forged through decades of fighting Marxist-inspired guerrillas (whose ideological roots trace back to Soviet Russia), drug cartels, and terrorist groups.

These experienced Colombian soldiers are deeply aligned with Western military doctrine and have a strong understanding of the fight against ideologies that suppress freedom. Notably, Colombia is the only Latin American nation with a partnership status with NATO, demonstrating its alignment with Western democratic values. Furthermore, Colombia's elite "Lanceros" ranger course is world-renowned, attracting top military personnel globally to learn their expertise in counter-guerrilla warfare, urban combat, and anti-terrorism – skills highly relevant in the Ukrainian conflict.

The overwhelming majority of experienced Colombian ex-military choose to fight for Ukraine not for money, but for a profound sense of solidarity with a nation facing unprovoked aggression. Their lifelong fight against similar threats to freedom and sovereignty resonates deeply with Ukraine's struggle. While there have been isolated cases of inexperienced Colombians or former guerrilla members joining Russian forces, the veteran backbone of Colombia's fighting force recognizes the moral imperative of defending Ukraine's liberty against an aggressor. Russia's rubles cannot buy the conviction of those who have dedicated their lives to fighting for freedom and against the very type of aggression Russia is now perpetrating. The significant number of Colombian volunteers in Ukraine, second only to Ukrainians themselves, speaks volumes about their commitment to a cause far greater than financial gain.

Russian Desperate Propagandist in Colombian social Networks, video captions::

• "Latin America, we cordially invite you to join"
• "Where age is no problem. Up to 56 years old, with great benefits and welfare, and payments…"
• "Salaries that await you: 1 million Rubles (Approx. 43 million Colombian pesos)"
• "You will receive Russian citizenship, and your family will also receive it. As well as free university studies for your children!"
• "For a one-year contract, the incorporation process is very simple, contact us."
• "Incorporation, information, and requirements in our profile link. Our number is visible, add it and write to us."
• "You will be welcome! Russia awaits you."
• "Incorporation Group Russian Federation"