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Russian 'African Corps' Forms with Wagner PMC, Forces Faustian Bargain in Africa

May 3, 2024, 12:30 PM

The Russian Ministry of Defense has reportedly established an 'African Corps' composed of operatives from the Wagner PMC, amid a US agreement to withdraw troops from Niger. This development coincides with recent geopolitical tensions in Africa, where Wagner mercenaries are active in several countries, including Mali and the Central African Republic (CAR). The presence of these mercenaries is part of a complex scenario involving various international and local forces, such as Rwandan soldiers and UN peacekeepers. The expansion of Wagner's influence in Africa has led to imperiled governments facing a Faustian bargain, raising concerns about their sovereignty.