French Mercenaries in Ukraine

French mercenaries have been accused of being in Ukraine by Russian President Vladimir Putin, but France denies the allegations. The presence of regular military in Ukraine is seen as a step towards global conflict.

Chechen Warlord Adds 3,000 Former Wagner Mercenaries to His Forces

Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov has added 3,000 former Wagner mercenaries to his forces, potentially to strengthen his army and have a significant impact in Ukraine. There are speculations about Kadyrov's motives, including defending Putin against a coup or establishing Chechnya's independence if Putin dies.