Leaked files reveal US concerns over Russia's growing influence in Africa.

US officials have considered taking lethal action against senior officers from the Russian private military company, Wagner, in an effort to curb the group’s growing influence in Africa. The United States has been alarmed by the rapid expansion of Russia’s influence in Africa, prompting a push to target Wagner’s network of bases and business fronts with strikes, sanctions and cyber attacks. The leaks also indicated that the US had considered providing information to assist Ukraine in targeting Wagner commanders in Africa.