The Russia-backed Wagner Group says it is leaving Mali after more than three and a half years of fighting Islamic extremists and insurgents in the country. The group said Friday it had brought all regional capitals under control of the Malian army, pushed out armed militants and killed their commanders. The Africa Corps, Russia’s state-controlled paramilitary force, said on its Telegram channel Friday that Wagner’s departure would not introduce any changes and the Russian contingent will remain in Mali. Wagner has been present in Mali since late 2021 following a military coup, replacing French troops and international peacekeepers to help fight militants.Read More
Wagner Group leaving Mali after heavy losses but Russia’s Africa Corps to remain
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