War on Wagner

IN a bold move, France is urging the European Union to officially designate Russia’s notorious Wagner mercenary group as a ‘terrorist organisation’. In a groundbreaking resolution passed by the French parliament on Wednesday, May 10, lawmakers announced their deep concerns about Wagner.

Calling for the EU to change its stance, French lawmaker Benjamin Haddad explained that Wagner members are not an average mercenary group. He described them as strategically advancing Putin’s aggressive policies, spreading violence, and engaging in heinous acts with impunity.

Wagner’s anti­French propaganda campaigns in Africa, particularly in Mali, have raised alarm bells.

France hopes its call will inspire all 27 EU members to list Wagner as a ‘terrorist organisation’. The Ukrainian

President Zelenskiy praised France’s decision, urging global unity in the face of terrorism.

Following the French decision, the UK said it will also take action. The Home Office has been building a case against Wagner, and soon, it could become a criminal offence to support or associate with the group on British soil.

This coordinated effort against Wagner marks a turning point in the international fight against terrorism, with France leading the charge.