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Russia Pressures Central African Republic to Replace Wagner Group

8/9/2025

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Russia is pushing the Central African Republic to swap out the Wagner Group for the state-run Africa Corps, demanding cash for military services. CAR officials are hesitant, favoring resource-based payments instead. While Wagner has been vital for the nation's security, Moscow's desire to consolidate military control grows stronger after the founder's death in 2023.

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Russia is pushing the Central African Republic to swap out the Wagner Group for the state-run Africa Corps, demanding cash for military services. CAR officials are hesitant, favoring resource-based payments instead. While Wagner has been vital for the nation's security, Moscow's desire to consolidate military control grows stronger after the founder's death in 2023.