Africa Daily - As France departs, is Mali turning to Russian mercenaries?
Download As France departs, is Mali turning to Russian mercenaries?
France and Mali have been exchanging harsh words in recent weeks. The tension between the two usually close allies started to sour after Paris’s decision to withdraw troops from the country.
Now there are reports that the government in Bamako will turn to the Russian private security group Wagner to help maintain security.
Wagner provide private soldiers in conflicts around the world, such as Central African Republic.
Also, the Kremlin has recently sent in helicopters, weapons and ammunition to Mali.
So, has Mali found an ally in Russia?
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Published on Friday, 22nd October 2021.
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