The analysis also points out that some Wagner Group soldiers may have even left their ongoing missions in Africa and Syria to join the military coup against Russian President Vladimir Putin. It argues that this unexpected development has significant implications for both Russia and Africa, particularly in terms of security. One of the key concerns is the potential destabilization caused by the departure of Wagner Group soldiers from ongoing missions. The same scenario applies to other countries where the Wagner Group has been active, such as Sudan and Mali, according to the ‘Military Africa’ analysis. Additionally, the departure of Wagner Group soldiers to join the military coup against Putin suggests a lack of loyalty and discipline within their ranks.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 27, 2023 19:09 UTC