| Black Russians | |
|---|---|
| Russes noirs | |
 Ouaka prefecture, where Black Russians are most active | |
| Leaders | Multiple leaders |
| Dates of operation | 2021– |
| Active regions | Ouaka |
| Size | 3,000+[1] |
| Allies | Central African Armed Forces Wagner Group |
| Opponents | Coalition of Patriots for Change |
| Battles and wars | Central African Republic Civil War
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Black Russians (French: Russes noirs) is an unofficial name given to a group of pro–government militias in the Central African Republic, recruited mostly from former Anti-Balaka and UPC fighters by Wagner Group. The militias have been accused of multiple war crimes and crimes against humanity.[1]
- ^ a b L’incroyable constellation des groupes armés en Centrafrique, 27 July 2023