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Wagner Group: what Yevgeny Prigozhin's death means for stability in Africa

The death of Yevgeny Prigozhin after his private jet crashed on August 23 has raised questions about the Wagner Group’s future. Many in the west suspect Kremlin involvement in his death and are asking what will become of the mercenary group without its charismatic leader.

The Conversation

Charismatic leader is gone but Wagner will survive in Africa, analysts say

Prigozhin’s death will slow the Wagner machine in Africa but its value to military regimes will continue to be prized.

Al Jazeera

ICC prosecutors seek war crimes trial for former CAR militia leader

War crimes prosecutors are looking to convince judges at the International Criminal Court to put Maxime Mokom, a former Central African Republic militia commander, on trial for organising revenge attacks against Muslim civilians.

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Prosecutors seek war crimes trial at ICC for CAR militia leader

Maxime Mokom is accused of organising revenge attacks against Muslims as a militia leader in Central African Republic.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria says 'all options are on the table' to resolve crisis in Niger

Nigeria slaps fresh sanctions on the military junta in Niger as it says 'all options are on the table' to restore President Bazoum to power, nearly two weeks after the coup d'etat. Also in this edition: Despite an opposition boycott, voters in CAR overwhemlingly endorse a new constitution, paving the…

France 24

CAR approves constitutional changes allowing president to seek third term

Voters in the Central African Republic overwhelmingly approved a draft constitution paving the way for President Faustin Archange Touadera to seek a third term as president. However NGOs and civil society groups accuse the government of circumventing democracy.

Radio France Internationale

Low turnout as CAR votes on third term for President Touadera

Low turnout has been reported as the Central African Republic voted in a referendum on a new constitution that would allow President Faustin-Archange Touadera to seek a third term.

Radio France Internationale

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CAR braces for referendum that may extend President Touadera’s rule

If passed, the referendum will scrap a two-term limit and enable Touadera to run again for the presidency.

Al Jazeera

CAR unhappy as UN decides to only partially lift arms embargo

The United Nations Security Council has relaxed the arms embargo on the Central African Republic, allowing weapons to flow to government forces. But authorities in Bangui have said that the ban should be lifted completely.

Radio France Internationale

UK sanctions Wagner-linked officials in Mali, Sudan and CAR

The individuals now face asset freezes and travel bans in UK for alleged human rights abuses in three African states.

Al Jazeera

‘It is like a virus that spreads’: business as usual for Wagner group’s extensive Africa network

Despite Yevgeny Prigozhin’s rebellion against the Kremlin, his military contracts are proving too profitable to lose

The Guardian - UK

After mutiny, clouds hover over Wagner’s operations in Africa

Wagner’s mutiny in Russia has been eyed with interest and concern in Africa as questions mount over its operations.

Al Jazeera

Future of Wagner contracts up to African states: Russia’s Lavrov

Saturday’s attempted mutiny has led to speculation about the status of Wagner operatives in CAR and elsewhere in Africa.

Al Jazeera

Wagner mercenaries will not be withdrawn from Africa, says Russia

Sergei Lavrov moves to reassure sub-Saharan allies after recent armed mutiny led by Yevgeny Prigozhin

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Al Jazeera

What does fighting in Darfur mean for Sudan’s western frontier?

The power vacuum in western Darfur state risks drawing in fighters and weapons from Libya, CAR and Chad, analysts say.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Full 7-round Bears 2023 mock draft: Post-Senior Bowl edition

Following the Senior Bowl, here's our latest Bears 7-round mock draft, where Chicago trades back and lands a playmaker and more picks.

Financial Times

Russia in Africa: how Moscow bought a new sphere of influence on the cheap

Focusing on a strip of countries from Mali to Sudan, it is challenging the west and opening what some call a ‘second front’

Radio France Internationale

Russian Wagner group battles French 'zombies' in Africa propaganda campaign

Video cartoons circulating on social media have shed light on a Russian propaganda campaign aimed at sapping France's influence among its African allies, analysts say.

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The Guardian - UK

Wagner mercenaries sustain losses in fight for Central African Republic gold

Russian fighters clash with rebels as Kremlin tries to extend power in mineral rich country

Reuters

Central African premier holds talks at Russian Defence Ministry

Central African Republic (CAR) Prime Minister Felix Moloua held talks in Moscow on Thursday with the leadership of Russia's Defence Ministry, Russian news agencies reported.

The Guardian - UK

Ally of Wagner Group boss hurt in ‘assassination attempt’ in central Africa

Dmitry Sytii under US sanctions for links to mercenary group founded by Yevgeny Prigozhin, who is close to Vladimir Putin

Sports Illustrated

Week 12 Rankings: Quarterbacks

Despite shoulder injury, Justin Fields looks to carve up Jets defense on Thanksgiving weekend.

Sports Illustrated

IDP Waiver Wire Report Week 11

More relative unknowns emerged in Week 10 and carved out a significant role for the rest of the 2022 IDP season.

Sports Illustrated

Michael Fabiano's Top 200 PPR Redraft Rankings

Top 200 redraft PPR rankings from the best in the business, Michael Fabiano!

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Fantasy Football PPR Rankings, Auction Values

Fantasy football redraft PPR rankings by position from the best in the business, Michael Fabiano!

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