Sudan

Russia, facing loss of Syrian base for Africa operations, seen turning to war-torn Sudan or divided Libya

Brian Kenety December 9, 2024

If Putin wants to quickly develop Port Sudan as an alternative to Russia's naval base in Syria, he may need to finally pick a side and align with the SAF, who control the area. Meanwhile, Russia is already landing military aircraft in Libya.

Colombian mercenaries trapped in Sudan’s conflict

Alek Buttermann November 27, 2024

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has revealed a troubling connection to Colombia, with over 300 former Colombian soldiers reportedly involved in the war as mercenaries.

Russia funding war in Ukraine via illegal gold mining in Africa – WGC report

bne IntelliNews November 20, 2024

"It is noteworthy how little concerted political will there has been to halt the illicit flow of profits from the exploitation of gold resources in Africa into the Russian war machine," the World Gold Council report says.

Air France diverts Red Sea flights after crew spots 'luminous object'

bne IntelliNews November 4, 2024

Air France suspended flights over the Red Sea after a crew reported seeing a "luminous object" at high altitude near Sudan.

JPMorgan, Chase and HSBC reportedly unwittingly processed payments for Wagner warlord Prigozhin

bne IntelliNews September 25, 2024

Leading western banks JPMorgan Chase and HSBC reportedly unwittingly processed payments for companies linked to Russian warlord Yevgeny Prigozhin, the late leader of the Wagner Group Private Military Company.

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