Africa
Russia
Mali Separatists Attack Russian Mercenary, Soldier Convoy
After an initial army reinforcement convoy from the major northern city of Gao was ambushed last Sunday, a second convoy came under attack on Thursday morning, with fierce fighting still underway.
July 9, 2026
Russia
‘Too Early to Say Russia Is Losing Africa’: HUR on Moscow’s Post-Wagner Strategy
Three years after the collapse of the Wagner Group, Russia continues to expand its influence across Africa through military deployments, resource extraction and large-scale disinformation campaigns.
June 23, 2026
Russia
Moscow Expands African Influence Campaign via ‘Russian Houses,’ Ukraine Says
Ukrainian intelligence said the campaign aims to target young Africans with pro-Russian messaging.
June 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
‘One-Way Ticket’: Nigerians Promised Russian Jobs, Sent by Kremlin to Die in Ukraine
Ukrainian intel says Moscow systematically deceives Africans with fake job offers before sending them to war.
May 28, 2026
Russia
Russian Shahed Drone Downed in Mali, Marking First Potential Use in Africa
Rebels in Mali reportedly shot down a Russian Shahed drone for the first time, exposing Moscow’s growing use of Iranian-style UAV warfare across Africa.
May 22, 2026
US
Trump Announces Elimination of Global ISIS No. 2 in Joint US-Nigerian Operation
ISIS global second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki has been killed in a highly complex joint operation conducted by US and Nigerian forces, US President Donald Trump announced.
May 16, 2026
Ukraine
UK Sanctions Network Exploiting Migrants and Supplying Russian Drone Industry
The measures aim to disrupt Russia’s drone production and stop the exploitation of vulnerable migrants, officials said.
May 5, 2026
Russia
Russia’s ‘Shadow Air Fleet’ Uses Algeria as Key Hub for Weapons, Sanctions-Evading Flights
Investigators identified at least 167 cargo flights to Algeria between March 2025 and April 2026, operated by civilian companies that in practice appear to be part of a military logistics network.
May 4, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky: Russia Hit by Major Oil Export Drops, Targets Ukraine’s Defense Deals
After getting a report from the head of Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service, Zelensky said Ukraine has recorded a sharp decline in Russian oil export throughput at key ports.
April 29, 2026
Russia
Russia Loses Control in Mali as Officials Call for Stability
Rebels captured Kidal after clashes that forced Russian‑backed forces to pull back.
April 28, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Exploits Migrants to Fuel War, Plans 18,500 Recruits – Ukrainian Intelligence
Russia plans to recruit 18,500 foreigners in 2026, using quotas, pressure, and legal vulnerability to fuel its war effort, according to Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR).
April 28, 2026
Wagner
Rebels Seize Bayraktar Drone Base in Mali, Push Back Russian Forces Despite Kremlin Reinforcements
Multiple open-source analysts say rebels have taken control of the northern city of Kidal, Mali – home to one of the largest Russian military bases in Africa.
April 28, 2026
Africa
Kenyan Fighters Killed in Ukraine After Joining Russian Army, Intelligence Says
Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR) said Kenyan recruits fighting for Russia were sent into high-risk assaults near Kharkiv after brief training, with some killed.
April 23, 2026
Russia
Russia Floods Mali With Arms, Expands Footprint After Wagner Collapse
The buildup follows years of stalled progress by Wagner fighters – deployed since 2021 – who failed to secure key victories against insurgents or gain access to Mali’s lucrative gold sector.
April 22, 2026
War in Ukraine
‘Help Me!’: Family’s Anguish Over African Lured into Russia-Ukraine War
The case of many hundreds of Africans lured to fight for Russia against Ukraine is highlighted.
April 17, 2026
War in Ukraine
Cameroon Confirms Deaths of 16 Nationals Fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Cameroon has confirmed the deaths of 16 nationals fighting for Russia in Ukraine, marking a rare official acknowledgment by an African government of citizen fatalities in Ukraine.
April 7, 2026
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