Private military contractors bolster Russian influence in Africa
Their deployment to African countries aims to “enable Russia to… regain this sphere of influence” that fell away with the collapse of the Soviet Union,
Category: War & Conflicts
ISIS leader killed in US-led Syria raid, Biden says
“Thanks to the bravery of our troops, this horrible terrorist leader is no more,” President Biden said from the Roosevelt Room.
Uganda ups deployment to DR Congo in anti-rebel operation
“At around 4pm, we saw another Ugandan army column cross,” freelance journalist Tony Kitambala said at the Nobili border post.
Coups in Africa
Africa has experienced more coups than any other continent.
Ethiopia’s Tigray Region crisis worsens
Ethiopian army likely launching a new major offensive to drive out Tigray forces.
Over 5,000 missing South Sudanese citizens are reunited with their families
Efforts to trace missing persons are ongoing.
