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How Russia Dupes Kenyans into Fighting in Ukraine
How Russia Dupes Kenyans into Fighting in Ukraine One thought he was getting a job driving a truck in Russia. Another says he was invited to run in a race. Both… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Kenyan Mercenary Captured by Ukrainian Army Narrates Ordeal
Kenyan Mercenary Captured by Ukrainian Army Narrates Ordeal Dickens H Okello April 24, 2026 1 minute read Joseph Kabugi. Joseph Kabugi, a 41-year-old computer science engineer from Kenya, says he never… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Russia’s promises to Kenya to stop recruitment were lies,
Russia’s promises to Kenya to stop recruitment were lies, – Sybiha Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha commented on reports that Russia is deploying Kenyan mercenaries in combat operations. He wrote about… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Kenyan mercenary killed fighting for Russian forces in Kharkiv region
Kenyan mercenary killed fighting for Russian forces in Kharkiv region 23 Apr, 2026 A Kenyan citizen who fought on the side of Russian forces has been killed near the settlement of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Insurgent Offensive in Mali Exposes the Deficiencies of Junta-led Security in the Sahel
Insurgent Offensive in Mali Exposes the Deficiencies of Junta-led Security in the Sahel By Lesley Anne Warner Published on April 30, 2026 Before dawn on April 25, explosions and sustained gunfire… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
The UAE-Backed Colombian mercenary network behind Sudan’s El Fasher atrocities
The UAE-Backed Colombian mercenary network behind Sudan’s El Fasher atrocities Ayin Network 1 week ago 504 23 April 2026 An investigation by the Conflict Intelligence Group (CIG) has revealed the extensive… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Kenyan mercenary killed fighting for Russian forces in Kharkiv region
Kenyan mercenary killed fighting for Russian forces in Kharkiv region 23 Apr, 2026 229 A Kenyan citizen who fought on the side of Russian forces has been killed near the settlement… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Colombian Recruiters Accused of Sending Mercenaries to Sudan
Colombian Recruiters Accused of Sending Mercenaries to Sudan By Natalia Falah April 23, 2026 Colombian former soldiers have become a sought-after force in global conflict zones, now at the center of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
11:0024.04.2026 Russia’s promises to African countries on halting recruitment proved to be a lie – Sybiha
11:0024.04.2026 Russia’s promises to African countries on halting recruitment proved to be a lie – Sybiha 2 min read Foreign Minister of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha commented on media reports of a… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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“SKELIA” regiment assault troops capture Russian mercenary from Kenya in Kupiansk
News Video African mercenaries of Russian army 24.04.26 16:38 4 704 17 “SKELIA” regiment assault troops capture Russian mercenary from Kenya in Kupiansk Warriors of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment “SKELIA” have captured a… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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