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Mali's Azawad Forces to Hand Over 15 Captured Wagner Mercenaries to Ukraine After Killing 80

Jul 29, 2024, 02:29 PM

Mali's Azawad forces, specifically the CSP-DPA militants, have expressed their intention to hand over captured Russian Wagner PMC mercenaries to Ukraine as a sign of support and solidarity. This move follows a successful military operation by the Tuareg rebels, which resulted in the elimination of 80 Wagner mercenaries and the capture of around 15. Ukrainian military intelligence, GUR, has confirmed providing the necessary intelligence and support that enabled the Tuareg rebels to carry out the operation. Ukrainian special forces were reportedly involved in the ambush, and representatives from Ukraine have acknowledged their role in aiding the rebels. The captured mercenaries are seen as a gesture of solidarity with Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression.