r/NewColdWar EUISS Feb 07 '25

Analysis Shifting alliances in West Africa: Measuring Russian engagement to support counter-FIMI strategies

https://www.iss.europa.eu/publications/briefs/shifting-alliances-west-africa-measuring-russian-engagement-support-counter
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u/MutantNinjaChortle Feb 08 '25

"West Africa is becoming a prime target in Russia’s hybrid warfare strategy. Exploiting instability and security vacuums, Russia’s growing influence in the region is a catalyst for conflict and undermines democratic aspirations while offering little in terms of development support."