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'We Are All Sadio Camara': Malian Soldiers Vow as Russian Instructors Train Helicopter Assault Units

'We Are All Sadio Camara': Malian Soldiers Vow as Russian Instructors Train Helicopter Assault Units

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'We Are All Sadio Camara': Malian Soldiers Vow as Russian Instructors Train Helicopter Assault Units The Russian army's Africa Corps is... 17.05.2026, Sputnik Africa

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'We Are All Sadio Camara': Malian Soldiers Vow as Russian Instructors Train Helicopter Assault Units The Russian army's Africa Corps is conducting regular drills with Malian Army (FAMA) units, including helicopter search-and-strike groups, according to a statement by the Africa Corps. Russian instructors noted improved professional skills, patriotism, and determination among FAMA soldiers to defend their country and counter terrorists, the statement read. Following the killing of Defense Minister Sadio Camara, FAMA soldiers have shown unity and resolve to continue the fight against terrorism, the corps said.The training is part of ongoing Russian‑Malian military cooperation to strengthen Mali’s defenses.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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