Russian mercenaries in Mali: Limited gains, reports of abuse
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- Category: Russia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-26 10:33 UTC
- Sources: France 24 English
Russian paramilitary forces in Mali have achieved limited success against jihadist groups and face allegations of abuses. Ongoing insecurity raises questions about the effectiveness of Moscow-backed support.
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