How does Russia's use of the Wagner Group in Libya or Mali compare to Ukraine?
Episode Outline
The Russian Wagner Group is an infamous private military contractor (PMC) operating in the Ukraine War. However, little is known of them, and so we should look to learn more by looking at their activities elsewhere, including where they first came to light: Libya. These themes were explored with Hafed, with questions such as:
Why is the Wagner Group increasingly active in Ukraine and what could their objectives be?
Should we expect the Wagner Group to take a leading role in trying to improve Russian fortunes on the eastern front?
Is there an overlap or similarity in its…
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