Wagner Affirms African Engagement Despite Current Circumstances – Last Minute News
Belarus Reaches Agreement with Wagner Mercenaries
In a recent development, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has suggested that the Wagner Group settle in the country, following the departure of Yevgeny Prigozin, the Russian businessman known as “Putin’s chef.” Lukashenko believes that the Belarusian army could greatly benefit from the experience and skills of the Wagner fighters.
Prigozin, who accepted Lukashenko’s offer, stated that the mercenaries would stay in Belarus for a considerable period of time. This move comes after the recent uprising in Belarus, causing questions to arise about the future plans of the Wagner Group in Africa.
Reports suggested that Wagner had withdrawn its approximately 2,000 fighters from the Central African Republic (CAR) after the rebellion. However, these claims have been denied by CAR officials, who assert that the Wagner Group is still present in the country.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov also confirmed on June 26th that the Wagner Group would continue its activities in Africa. The exact locations and objectives of Wagner’s operations in the continent remain undisclosed.
It is important to note that the Wagner Group is a private military company known for its involvement in conflicts abroad, primarily in support of Russian interests. The group’s presence in Belarus is expected to deepen the already close ties between Lukashenko and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
As the situation unfolds, the world will be closely watching to see how this partnership between Belarus and the Wagner mercenaries will evolve, and what implications it will have for the region and beyond.
