Ukraine-Russia war spills into Africa as Ukrainian drone experts train forces in Mali, turning Kyiv’s battlefield experience into a new challenge for Moscow’s growing influence

Ukrainian military experts are currently deploying their drone expertise across Africa and the Middle East. These specialized teams lend support to local forces combating Russian influence and its allies. In exchange for their knowledge, Kyiv has established security agreements and received promises of ammunition. Meanwhile, Russia is facing serious allegations of human rights abuses in Mali due to its Africa Corps.