What role has Russia played in Mali’s security and the Sahel region?
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 08:12 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
Russia's involvement in Mali's security and the Sahel region is being scrutinized. The country has been making inroads into the region through defense partnerships.
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