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Niger's capital is back to normal after an intense week-end. A soldier mutiny took over Niamey on August 29, which was stopped by the army alongside the Russian paramilitary Africa Corps.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has reported that Russian paramilitaries, fighting alongside Malian soldiers, killed civilians in an air strike in Mali.
Rebels in Mali have claimed to have shot down a helicopter operated by Russia's Africa Corps. This incident marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict in the region.
One year after taking over from the Wagner Group, Russia's Africa Corps is reportedly struggling in Mali, facing significant challenges from attacks by jihadists and Tuareg separatists.
An article delves into the identities of Andrei Averianov and Aleksei Orekhov, described as the 'two faces of the Africa Corps' operating in the Sahel region.
The Malian junta is reportedly facing increasing pressure, leading to questions about whether its ally, the Russian Africa Corps, will remain loyal.
Following the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the Wagner Group has dissolved, with its former soldiers now operating under a new entity known as the Africa Corps. This transition marks a significant shift in the structure and operations of the mercenary forces.
Rebels in Mali have reportedly dealt a significant blow to the ruling junta and its Russian allies, specifically the Africa Corps (formerly Wagner Group). This offensive threatens the regime's stability and control.
Mali: Africa Corps suggests attempted coup after attacks Seneweb
Mali is experiencing a precarious calm in Bamako and Kati following recent jihadist and Tuareg attacks. Reports suggest these incidents may have been part of an attempted coup.
Russia's Africa Corps has successfully secured the release of two employees who were captured by jihadists during an ambush in Niger in 2024. The individuals had been held hostage since the incident.
The ruling military government in Niger has quelled a recent armed rebellion, though reports suggest Russian-affiliated forces assisted in restoring order. The incident has sparked internal scrutiny regarding the stability and cohesion of the country’s transitional leadership.
Human Rights Watch has accused Russia's Africa Corps of indiscriminately killing civilians in Mali. The human rights group reported that the Russian-affiliated group was responsible for these attacks.
Tuareg fighters in Mali have released footage, claiming to have shot down a Russian Africa Corps Mi-24 helicopter.
The Russian Africa Corps has reportedly performed poorly in Mali, with Islamist and Tuareg rebels making unprecedented advances, threatening the regime's survival and potentially leading to regional chaos.
An article explores the identities and roles of Andrei Averianov and Aleksei Orekhov, described as the 'two faces' of the Africa Corps operating in the Sahel region.
Security cooperation between Madagascar and Russia has intensified since the October 2025 coup, involving deliveries of drones and armored vehicles, as well as training sessions led by Russian Africa Corps instructors, expanding Russia's influence.
France has urged its citizens to leave Mali as soon as possible due to escalating jihadist and Tuareg rebel attacks, which have also led to questions about the effectiveness of Russian support for the Malian junta. Morocco has reiterated its support for Mali's stability amidst the deepening security crisis.
Africa Corps negotiated the withdrawal from the city of Kidal. With the military leader in hiding and his second-in-command and ideologue of the link to Moscow assassinated, will the country fall…
Russian mercenaries have confirmed their withdrawal from the strategic northern Mali city of Kidal following intense attacks by Tuareg rebels. This retreat marks a significant setback for Mali's junta and its Russian allies, with rebels now controlling the key stronghold.
Mali's Defense Minister, Sadio Camara, was killed during a series of coordinated attacks by Islamist insurgents, including a car bomb targeting his residence. The attacks also saw rebels seize several towns and military bases, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
Niger's ruling military junta has regained control of a key airbase in the capital after suppressing a failed mutiny by soldiers, an operation reportedly aided by Russian personnel. Dozens of troops were killed or arrested during the clash.
A convoy comprising Malian soldiers and fighters from the Russian paramilitary 'Africa Corps' came under attack in northern Mali. Separatist forces claimed responsibility for the assault, which targeted reinforcements heading to a besieged military camp.
One year after replacing the Wagner Group, Russia's Africa Corps soldiers are reportedly stepping up abuses in Mali, with numerous executions and gruesome staging implicated despite direct oversight by the Russian Ministry of Defense.
The Russian 'Africa Corps' has reportedly retreated from Kidal, Mali, following rebel attacks, impacting Russia's reputation and its security cooperation with the Malian regime.
The article investigates the identities of Andrei Averianov and Aleksei Orekhov, described as the "two faces" of the Africa Corps operating in the Sahel region. This sheds light on key figures in the organization.
In Mali, the military government is facing challenges from Islamists and rebels, with reports indicating that Russia's Africa Corps is currently unable to provide effective assistance.
Mali's junta chief, Assimi Goïta, made his first public appearance since recent rebel attacks and an alleged coup attempt, stating that the situation is 'under control' and urging citizens not to panic. His address followed deadly incidents in Bamako and the north, including the reported assassination of Minister Sadio Camara.
Africa Corps has suggested that recent attacks in Mali may indicate an attempted coup, according to reports from Seneweb.
Serbian opposition and EU officials emphasize the need for Serbia to implement ODIHR recommendations for democratic elections. Failure to do so could jeopardize billions in European support for the country.
Russia announced that its Africa Corps successfully freed Russian and Ukrainian citizens who had been abducted in Niger.