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Russia established a new group called the “African Legion”, to the great consternation of the Western forces
Russian presence in Africa is being discussed between NATO countries and Middle East Institute on July 9-11 in Washinton DC. According to the Middle East Institute, which is curating the upcoming meeting will discuss the repercussions of Russian presence in Africa, including Libya.
Discussions will be revolved around threat perceptions emanating from the Black Sea region and adopt a strategic approach toward the Middle East and Africa. The meeting is a reflection of increased attention being assigned by the NATO countries to pay attention to the continued Russian military and paramilitary presence in African countries, including Libya. Russia established a new group called the “African Legion”, to the great consternation of the Western forces.
According to the report prepared by the Institute, Russian intervention in Africa, particularly Libya began over the past decade. The Russian government is reportedly agreeing to print currency for Khalifa Haftar. Also, the Russian support for the Wagner Group in Haftar’s war is widely known. Mercenaries are recruited with the help of Wagner Group, who have been paid salaries from the printed money.
A report published by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) in Washington has warned that the Russian Mediterranean base in Libya threatens Europe and the southern flank of NATO, about the port of Tobruk. The report has indicated that Russia provides military support to Haftar in eastern Libya, and helps him “exploit immigrant flows from Africa,” which poses a direct threat to the stability of Europe.
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Russia revealed the creation of a new force under the name of the African Legion, which it began deploying in Burkina Faso and Niger, targeting five countries, including Libya, with more than 10,000 soldiers.
