The Wagner Group, a notable Russian paramilitary outfit, has intensified its recruitment for African operations, marking a significant stride in its expansion on the continent. This development follows a brief operational pause, attributed to resource limitations spurred by the group’s activities in the Ukraine conflict, reports the Meduza outlet. Focusing on Mali, where it has […]
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