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Wagner mutiny: Junior commander reveals his role in the challenge to Putin

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

Wagner mutiny: Junior commander reveals his role in the challenge to Putin July 22, 2023 Related Topics Russia-Ukraine war Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Wagner fighters on the streets of Rostov-on-Don… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Ukraine war: UK criticised for ‘lack of understanding’ of Wagner’s activities in Africa

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

Ukraine war: UK criticised for ‘lack of understanding’ of Wagner’s activities in Africa July 26, 2023 Related Topics Russia-Ukraine war Image source, Reuters By Frank Gardner BBC News The UK government… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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‘Stream’ and ‘Torch’: the Gazprom-backed militias fighting in Ukraine

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

War in Ukraine ‘Stream’ and ‘Torch’: the Gazprom-backed militias fighting in Ukraine Russia’s state gas company has recruited, equipped and paid security guards to join the invasion Polina Ivanova in Berlin,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Rise of Russian Private Military Companies Foreshadows Upheaval to Come

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

Politics & Security Rise of Russian Private Military Companies Foreshadows Upheaval to Come Russia’s heavy military losses have led to a surge in private military companies. But this could result in… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Russian Private Military Companies Thriving Due to War with Ukraine

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

Russian Private Military Companies Thriving Due to War with Ukraine By Ryan Bauer and Erik E. Mueller Updated: June 16, 2023 Wagner mercenary group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin. Marina Moldavskaya / Kommersant… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Wagner ‘Staged’ Cheering Crowds During Mutiny, Claims Rostov Governor

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

Wagner ‘Staged’ Cheering Crowds During Mutiny, Claims Rostov Governor June 30, 2023 Wagner mercenaries seen on the streets of Rostov-on-Don. AFP Public displays of support shown for Wagner mercenaries in southern… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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China’s ‘no-limits’ partnership with Russia shaken by mutiny

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

China’s ‘no-limits’ partnership with Russia shaken by mutiny By Ann Scott Tyson Staff writer June 27, 2023 | Beijing Soon after Chinese leader Xi Jinping came to power in 2012, he… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Public records map Wagner Group’s Hong Kong connections

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

Public records map Wagner Group’s Hong Kong connections The city continues to operate as a haven for murky shell companies and illicit transactions. By Gigi Lee and Fong Tak Ho for… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Sudan conflict: how China and Russia are involved and the differences between them

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

China has been contributing peacekeepers to the UN mission in Sudan for years. Xinhua/Alamy Stock Photo Sudan conflict: how China and Russia are involved and the differences between them Published: June 8,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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The Wagner Group Will Live to Fight Another Day

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Isenberg

The RAND Blog The Wagner Group Will Live to Fight Another Day commentary (USA Today) A Wagner fighter patrols a street near the headquarters of the Southern Military District in Rostov-on-Don,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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