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Ukrainian Involvement in Ambush of Wagner Troops in Mali

According to reports, Ukraine’s intelligence agency, GUR, claims to have dealt a blow to Russian interests in Africa by assisting Tuareg rebels in Mali. According to GUR spokesman Andri Yusov, Ukrainian intelligence provided the rebels with crucial information to successfully ambush a convoy of Russian ‘Africa Corps’ fighters, including members of the Wagner Group. Ambush …

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Mali to build its first nuclear reactor, using Russian assistance

Mali is set to build its first nuclear reactor with Russia’s assistance, reflecting a new era of energy cooperation between the two countries. This collaboration comes as Western influence in the Sahel diminishes, providing Russia an opportunity to strengthen its regional presence. Recent agreements, finalized during a visit by Rosatom’s delegation to Mali, include constructing …

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