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Missing Central African Republic soldiers were kidnapped by Russian mercenaries, advocates allege

Human rights advocates and politicians in the Central African Republic allege that soldiers who went missing were kidnapped by Russian-backed mercenaries after their detention on January 24.
Celestin Bakoyo and Elie Ngouengue were reportedly detained while trying to open bank accounts.
Joseph Bindoumi, president of the Central African Republic's League for Human Rights, described the incidents as kidnappings and emphasized the right to know the soldiers' whereabouts.
Residents, including Ernest Mizedio, expressed frustration regarding the inability to locate the missing soldiers, demanding accountability from both law enforcement and Russian security contractors.

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VOA News

Central African Republic soldiers kidnapped by mercenaries, advocates allege

The backlash against their disappearance comes as Russia expands its military and economic presence throughout Africa, using mercenaries to quell rebellion and fight extremists

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Missing Central African Republic soldiers were kidnapped by Russian mercenaries, advocates allege

Human rights advocates and politicians from the region say Russian mercenaries are believed to be behind the disappearance of two soldiers in Central African Republic.

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asianews.it

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Independent Español

Missing soldiers from Central African Republic abducted by Russian mercenaries

Human rights defenders and politicians in the Central African Republic claim that the soldiers who disappeared after being arrested last month were kidnapped by Russian-backed mercenaries. In recent years, the Kremlin has deepened its ties with the army and government of this gold- and diamond-rich country.

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thesudantimes.com

Russian mercenaries allegedly behind kidnapping of CAR soldiers

Human rights advocates and political leaders in the Central African Republic (CAR) have alleged that two missing soldiers were kidnapped by Russian-backed mercenaries. Celestin Bakoyo and Elie Ngouengue, both soldiers connected with a militia aligned with the Wagner Group, disappeared on January 24. The soldiers had been detained at a police station in the capital, Bangui. Ernest Mizedio, a regional politician, stated that the two were part of a…

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