Russia – Q&A (7 July 2023)

Wagner is reportedly pulling hundreds of men out of Africa. Are we seeing the beginning of Wagner’s withdrawal from that continent?

Wagner is a mafia-type criminal organization. We know about their systematic violation of national sovereignty and human rights.

Now we are saying to the countries that chose Wagner and perhaps regret it, in view of recent developments, that it is time to disassociate themselves from that group. One can only fear that given the Wagner system’s growing vulnerability, the group’s abuses and predation may only increase, to the detriment of the affected populations and countries.

Originally published at https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/russia/news/article/russia-q-a-07-07-23

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