Russia's Forces Stretched by Ukraine War, Losing Grip in Mali
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 10:30 UTC
- Sources: The Hill
Analysts say the prolonged war in Ukraine is draining Russian military resources, leaving the Kremlin with limited capacity to sustain its activities in Africa. As a result, Moscow’s influence in Mali is waning, signaling a broader retreat from its African ventures.
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