Russian influence in Africa is growing. What might Moscow want?
14 hours ago · Russian officers from the Wagner group are seen around Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra in Bangui, on July 17, 2023, as they are part of the presidential security system.
The US and Russia compete for influence in Africa | AP News
Sep 11, 2024 · Alexander Bikantov, Russia’s ambassador to Central African Republic, said the base will improve the country’s security. Fidele Gouandjika, adviser to President Faustin-Archange Touadera, said the base aims to have 10,000 fighters by …
Central African Republic–Russia relations - Wikipedia
In 2023, the Central African Republic was one of 14 countries to vote against A/C.3/78/L.42 titled "Situation of human rights in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, including the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol."
What to know about Russia’s growing footprint in Africa
Jun 6, 2024 · An EU parliament study showed that Russia secured access to gold and diamonds in the Central African Republic, cobalt in Congo, gold and oil in Sudan, chromite in Madagascar, platinum and diamonds in Zimbabwe, and uranium in Namibia.
Putin and Touadera explore deeper military cooperation in Moscow
2 days ago · Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and the President of the Central African Republic Faustin-Archange Touadera meet in Moscow, Russia, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025.
Talks with President of the Central African Republic Faustin …
2 days ago · President of the Central African Republic Faustin-Archange Touadera (retranslated): Mr President, friends. Thank you for your kind invitation, which offers an excellent opportunity to reaffirm our productive cooperation with the Russian Federation, your remarkable and great nation, and the people of the Central African Republic.
Takeaways from AP's report on Russian and U.S. influence in Central ...
Sep 11, 2024 · BANGUI, Central African Republic (AP) — In the wake of Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin’s rebellion, a deal was struck between a private U.S. security firm and Central African Republic, a nation where his shadowy Wagner Group has long been a fixture. The move sparked backlash and tensions – a window into a larger battle playing ...
Russia’s Influence in the Central African Republic
Aug 11, 2023 · Russia’s influence and operations in Africa have significantly expanded in the last five years. In the cases of the Central African Republic, Sudan, and Mali, Moscow has exploited openings created by the failures of Western efforts to stem security crises or the imposition of Western sanctions.
US-Russia battle for influence in Africa plays out in Central African ...
Sep 14, 2024 · Russia is refurbishing a military base some 80 kilometers from Bangui. Alexander Bikantov, Russia's ambassador to Central African Republic, said the base will improve the country's...
Russia and Wagner’s growing influence in the Central African Republic
Dec 11, 2023 · While the war in Ukraine has fuelled hostilities between Russia and many Western states, Moscow continues to foster close relationships with various countries in sub-Saharan Africa. In the...