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world29 days ago•6 min saved

Russia’s Sahel gamble tested as Mali endures attacks and Africa Corps withdraws

Mali’s military government says the security situation is under control after a weekend of large-scale attacks against Malian bases and Bamako, with Russia’s Africa Corps providing air support before withdrawing from Kidal; analysts question Moscow’s influence as Malian forces fight Tuareg and al-Qaeda-linked fighters, and the death of Defence Minister Sadio Camara highlights the fragility of the Russia-backed security partnership in the Sahel.

via Al Jazeera|

#africa-corps #mali #russia

world29 days ago•3 min saved

Goita Returns as Moscow Claims Mali Coup Was Halted

Mali’s military leader Assimi Goita resurfaced for the first time since weekend rebel attacks that killed Defence Minister Sadio Camara, meeting Russia’s ambassador as Moscow touts its Africa Corps mercenaries’ role in allegedly preventing a coup and maintaining stability, while fighting with Tuareg rebels and al-Qaeda-linked groups continues around Bamako and in Kidal.

via Al Jazeera|

#africa-corps #assimi-goita #kidal

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Mali Weekend Attacks Strain Russia-Backed Forces as Kidal Evacuates

A weekend of major assaults by Al-Qaeda-linked militants and Tuareg rebels challenges Mali’s central government, with Russia’s Africa Corps withdrawing from Kidal amid reports of evacuated troops and damaged equipment; satellite footage and videos show convoy movements and possible base damage, suggesting morale and materiel setbacks for Moscow-backed forces, though the full impact is not yet clear.

via The Moscow Times|

#africa-corps #kidal #mali

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Russia's Africa Corps exits Kidal amid Sahel attacks

Russian Africa Corps says it has withdrawn from the northern Malian city of Kidal after weekend clashes involving separatists and Islamist militants; the Azawad Liberation Front claims control of Kidal, while Mali’s authorities have not officially confirmed the change. The attacks spanned multiple cities including Bamako, Sevare, Mopti, Gao and Kidal, underscoring ongoing instability in the Sahel and Moscow’s footprint through private military forces.

via BBC|

#africa-corps #kidal #mali

world11 months ago•1 min saved

Russia's Wagner Group Withdraws from Mali After Mission Completion

The Wagner Group is leaving Mali after over three years of fighting Islamist insurgents, but Russia's presence remains through the Africa Corps, a paramilitary force also under Russian control, which will continue operations in the country.

via dw.com|

#africa-corps #mali #mercenaries