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Mali: Potential Deployment of the Wagner Group in Mali
State Department, 15 December 2021
We are alarmed by a potential deployment of Russia-backed Wagner Group forces in Mali. We understand that the reported deal -- costing $10 million per month -- diverts money that… Read more »
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Mali: U.S. Africom Commander Says Russian Mercenaries in Mali
VOA, 20 January 2022
The U.S. has now confirmed reports that Russian mercenaries known as the Wagner Group have deployed in Mali and are supported by the Russian military. Read more »
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Mali: Mali Denies Using Russia's Wagner Mercenaries
DW, 25 December 2021
The government of Mali has refuted the use of Russian mercenaries from the Wagner Group. Western countries involved in fighting jihadis in the Sahel beg to differ. Read more »
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Mali: Russia's Presence in Mali Raises Concerns
Chatham House, 14 December 2021
Russia will soon arrive in another country formerly under the wing of a Western power, but what does it stand to gain? Read more »
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West Africa: Ecowas Summit Loses Focus
Foroyaa, 14 December 2021
The leadership in the subregion should utilize their summit to guide the countries and the people on how to identify and address the burning issues of the day. Mali and Guinea are… Read more »
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Mali: Security Suspects Allegedly Tortured
HRW, 15 December 2021
Investigate Allegations, Respect Due Process Rights in Counter-Coup Case Read more »