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Nine held in South Africa over Russia-Ukraine war trip

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What happened: South African police arrested nine foreign nationals over an alleged plan to leave for the Russia-Ukraine war. Handle it with care. Write about: - what police said happened - where the arrests happened - why the case is getting attention Where to check: AP, Eyewitness News. Photo: A court building, airport exterior or police vehicle shot from staff or agency. Tip: Avoid dramatic words and stick to confirmed facts. Start from: https://apnews.com/article/2cc387cac06f3663eb4c817194b7ed8c https://www.ewn.co.za/2026/11/09/the-day-that-was-9-arrested-heading-to-war-hung-councils-talk-it-out-r15m-drug-bust