In Ukraine, Vladimir Putin was aided by a ruthless private army that was deeply loyal to him—until it wasn’t.

The Wagner Group, a Russian paramilitary, has gained a foothold in many sectors across Africa, helping the continent strengthen ties with Russia. Now, it's also expanding its range of services.

The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to ...

According to the Geneva-based Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime, after the death of Prigozhin, Shugaley ...

Russia's expansion in Africa in recent years has been primarily driven by the private Wagner Group, which has sent thousands ...

The trial was held in secret. The independent Radio Free Europe outlet reported that Rau, 28, and Sopov, 21 were mercenaries ...

For the United States and its NATO allies, Russia's actions present an opportunity to recalibrate their approach—not just to ...

Russian mercenaries from the Wagner group or its successor, Africa Corps, now support several African governments and Russian "advisers" work with local officials. The British sanctions come ...

As Russia presses forward with its offensive in Ukraine, mounting casualties on the battlefield have forced the Defense ...

The British government said on Thursday it had imposed its biggest sanctions package against Russia for 18 months, targeting ...

He is referring to the help the Wagner Group, a Russian mercenary outfit, gave his government in dispatching an armed rebellion nearly four years ago. But Mr Bouba could equally have more personal ...