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Russian African Corps convoy seen in eastern Libya

A column of Russia's African Corps, including specialized military vehicles, has been spotted operating in eastern Libya.

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Eastern Libya
Updated
Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 17:30 UTC
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A military convoy belonging to Russia's African Corps has been identified in eastern Libya. The column includes Ural-63704 Tornado-U and KamAZ-53949 Typhoon-K armored vehicles, which are designed for mine protection and troop transport. The sighting confirms the ongoing presence and activity of Russian military personnel on the ground in Libya, where they support the Libyan National Army led by Khalifa Haftar. This deployment is part of Russia's broader strategy to expand its military and political influence across Africa.
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