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Reuters exclusively reports deal allowing Russian mercenaries into Mali is close

Reuters exclusively reported that a deal is close that would allow Russian mercenaries into Mali, extending Russian influence over security affairs in West Africa and triggering opposition from former colonial power France. Paris has begun a diplomatic drive to prevent the military junta in Mali enacting the deal, which would permit Russian private military contractors, the Wagner Group, to operate in the former French colony.

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Topics of Interest: Deals
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Sectors: Equities
Regions: Europe / Middle East / Africa
Countries: MaliRussia
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Media Types: Text
Customer Impact: Important Regional Story
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