Author Archives: David Isenberg

Russia Hoped Africa Corps Would Replicate Wagner’s Success. It’s Not Going Well.

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Russia Hoped Africa Corps Would Replicate Wagner’s Success. It’s Not Going Well. April 28, 2026 16:31 CET By Mike Eckel Tuareg fighters clashed with Russian mercenaries in northern Mali in 2024,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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UN sanctions brother of Sudan’s RSF leader, Colombian mercenaries

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UN sanctions brother of Sudan’s RSF leader, Colombian mercenaries By Reuters April 28, 20265:21 PM EDT Updated April 28, 2026 The United Nations logo adorns a window at U.N. headquarters in… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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What role has Russia played in Mali’s security and the Sahel region?

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EXPLAINER News|Armed Groups What role has Russia played in Mali’s security and the Sahel region? Russia, which has been making inroads into the Sahel through defence partnerships, now faces scrutiny. This… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mali turmoil threatens Russian push for influence and mineral wealth in Africa

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Mali turmoil threatens Russian push for influence and mineral wealth in Africa By Andrew Osborn and Anna Peverieri April 29, 20269:23 AM EDTUpdated April 29, 2026 Summary Mali rocked by jihadist… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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29 April 19:39 DIU revealed the number of foreign mercenaries in the Russian army

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World Publication date 29 April 19:39 DIU revealed the number of foreign mercenaries in the Russian army Olha Pokotylo Читати українською Source:  RBC Ukraine The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Defecting general says Sudan’s RSF recruited 150 Colombian mercenaries

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Defecting general says Sudan’s RSF recruited 150 Colombian mercenaries 29 April 2026 In Editor’s Picks, News, SAF RSF fighting   2 Min April 29, 2026 (KHARTOUM) – A defecting Rapid Support Forces (RSF) general… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Russia plans to recruit 18,500 foreign nationals into its troops this year

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Russia plans to recruit 18,500 foreign nationals into its troops this year Yevhen Kizilov — 1 May, 15:56 An advertising billboard poster urging people to join the Russian Armed Forces. Photo:… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Ukraine Hero Kashchenko Suggests Foreign Mercenaries as Alternative to Mobilization

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Ukraine Hero Kashchenko Suggests Foreign Mercenaries as Alternative to Mobilization. Journalist Shostal Oleksandr yesterday, 12:06 394 Kashenko proposes foreign mercenaries Colonel Kashchenko’s Perspective on Using Foreign Fighters According to Espreso.tv: Dmytro… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Butusov Says Ukrainians Should Operate Drones While Foreigners Are Sent Into Assault Operations

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Butusov Says Ukrainians Should Operate Drones While Foreigners Are Sent Into Assault Operations © North Atlantic Treaty Organization / www.nato.int Fred Turner, Editor 04:43 11-06-2026 Ukrainian UAV platoon commander Yury Butusov… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Foreign Mercenaries Sent Into Heavy Urban Fighting in Kharkov Region

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Foreign Mercenaries Sent Into Heavy Urban Fighting in Kharkov Region North Atlantic Treaty Organization / www.nato.int John Baker, Editor 06:39 11-06-2026 Foreign mercenaries, including Colombians, are being sent into fierce urban… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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