'Wagner is a Myth'

Synopsis

The russian military trainers at this space are part of the Wagner Group, a private military company with close ties to Putin. Vitali, the head of Russian contractors in the Central African Republic, insists his men are merely instructors. Wagner operates under the radar, making accountability nearly impossible as they expand Russian influence globally. Over the last eight years, they have formed alliances with weak governments and rebel leaders, deploying contractors to conflicts in Syria, Libya, and Ukraine. Their most significant impact is in the Central African Republic, where they have become crucial advisors to the government amid ongoing battles against rebel groups. Reporting on Wagner poses serious risks, as attempts to film without their consent lead to being followed, and interviews about human rights abuses result in arrests by the military, who accuse journalists of spreading lies about the Russians.