BRUSSELS - Russian mercenaries have taken command of at least one EU-trained battalion in the Central African Republic (CAR) to help "predate" the mineral-rich country, according to a leaked report.
"Today, most deployed FACA units are operating under direct command or supervision by Wagner mercenaries (WG). WG has also established a solid influence on the FACA general staff and other government institutions," the EU foreign service's report, dated 15 November and seen by the EUobserver, said.