Two young businessmen were brutally murdered by Russian mercenaries near the town of Obo in the Central African Republic, sparking widespread outrage and calls for action from local authorities.
The victims, who were identified as Alain and Kouadio, were found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in a field outside the town on Tuesday evening. The mercenaries, who are believed to be working on behalf of the Russian government, fled the scene immediately after the attack.
Local officials have condemned the killings as a ‘heinous’ act of violence that will not be tolerated in the country. The United Nations has also issued a statement condemning the attacks and calling for an investigation into the matter.
- The Central African Republic has been plagued by violence and instability since the start of the year, with multiple factions vying for power and control.
- The Russian government has denied any involvement in the attacks, but human rights groups have accused them of providing military support to the mercenaries.