By KYIV. Oct 31 (Interfax-Ukraine) – The Russian occupation group in Ukraine may be replenished by fighters of private military companies (PMC) stationed in Mali, according to operational information on the Russian invasion as of 6 p.m. on Monday, published on the Facebook page of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
"Against the background of significant losses on the territory of Ukraine, the Russian military and political leadership is looking for ways to replenish the occupation forces at the expense of private military companies. Despite significant image and political losses in the international arena, it was decided to withdraw the contingent of private military campaigns from the Republic of Mali," the report says.
In addition, Russian military mercenaries are trying to create an aviation component for use in Ukraine. "However, the efficiency and training of pilots using various modifications of the Mi-8 does not allow them to perform tasks as intended. In addition, the motivation of flight personnel is negatively affected by significantly reduced payments compared to Syria," the General Staff notes.
