Among the numerous Wagner mercenaries believed to have perished in a deadly confrontation with Tuareg rebels during a sandstorm in Mali last July were Russian veterans who had previously served in Ukraine, Libya, and Syria, as revealed through interviews with family members and an analysis of social media activity. The loss of such seasoned combatants highlights the risks faced by Russian mercenary groups operating under … Continue reading Wagner experienced a loss of seasoned fighters in an ambush in Mali, marking a setback for Russia’s operations in Africa