A recent battle between the junta’s military, backed by the PMC Wagner militants, and the CSP-DPA group in Mali resulted in the deaths of several militants and a notable propagandist. The battle took place in In Azzraf near the Algerian city of Tin Zawatin. Telegram channels close to the PMC Wagner, such as Svyatosha Veshchayet and DSHRG Rusich, reported on this incident.

According to the Svyatosha Veshchayet| Payments/State Awards for PMC Wagner Telegram channel, senior commander Anton Elizarov, known as “Lotus,” was killed in the battle. However, other Telegram channels like BRIEF published updated information stating that Elizarov had actually survived. The Military Observer Telegram channel also reported his death, specifying his involvement in the aggression against Ukraine, but later raised the possibility of his survival. Further details about Elizarov can be found in an investigation by the Molfar OSINT community, which covers his service in the Russian army and a court case on fraud.

The deceased propagandist identified in the incident is Nikita Fedyanin, who was associated with the GRAY ZONE Telegram channel. His death was confirmed by another Russian propagandist, and his name and surname were identified by SOTA. The Wagner group’s losses in Mali were also reported, with at least 80 Russian fighters killed and more than 15 in captivity. Former commander of the 13th Wagner assault squadron, known as Rusich, provided this information and emphasized that the casualties included Russian soldiers representing Russia’s interests.

ملخص الأخبار

• The battle in Mali resulted in the deaths of dozens of militants including a notable propagandist.
• More details on the propagandist’s identity were revealed by various Telegram channels.
• The former commander of the Wagner assault squadron confirmed the losses of the group in Mali.