The Russian mercenaries, led by Wagner Group, are using their success in defending the Central African Republic against rebels as a model for expansion across Africa.
In the aftermath of Yevgeny Prigozhin's rebellion, a private U.S. security firm struck a deal with the Central African Republic, raising tensions amid Moscow-Washington rivalry.
Moscow and Washington are vying for influence in Africa, with the Central African Republic becoming a crucial battleground following changes in Russian operations after Prigozhin's death.
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