Attack on Russian Mercenaries in Mali

At least six Russian mercenaries working for the Wagner Group were killed in an attack by an al-Qaida-linked group in central Mali. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict and presence of foreign fighters in the region.

Russian Mercenary Force Wagner Group's Activities in Africa

The Wagner Group, a Russian mercenary force, has been rebranded as the Africa Corps and is operating in Africa under Putin's control after a hostile takeover. The U.S. missed opportunities to exploit the friction between the Wagner Group and the Russian military to end the war in Ukraine.