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However, the Kremlin's foothold in Africa comes with significant challenges. Recent months have seen the credibility of Russian support disturbed by failures in military campaigns across the continent. While noteworthy military victories were initially heralded, ongoing conflicts in places like Libya, the Central African Republic, and Sudan underscore the limits of Russian capabilities and raised doubts over Moscow's reliability.
Additionally, shocking defeats, such as those witnessed in Mali, cast a shadow over the effectiveness of Vagner Group and Russian forces, leading to a crisis of confidence among local leaders who may begin to reevaluate their allegiances. Frustrations within these nations could foster a shift toward alternative powers like China or Turkey.