France Exposes Russian Influence Network in Africa Tied to Ex-Wagner PMC

French authorities have uncovered a covert Russian influence operation in Africa, operating under the guise of an international experts' club, which disseminated anti-Ukrainian narratives and advanced Russian interests. The network is linked to the former Wagner PMC, indicating continued Russian covert activity in the region despite the group's formal restructuring. This development signals a potential escalation in Franco-Russian tensions over influence in Africa and highlights the persistence of Russian disinformation campaigns.

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