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Putin's Control in Africa Falters as Troops Retreat from Mali's Kidal; Historic Humiliation for Russian Army

- Russian forces have withdrawn from the strategic town of Kidal in northern Mali, a move seen as a significant blow to the Kremlin's image in Africa. - The withdrawal occurred amid an offensive by armed groups, including al-Qaida-linked militants and Tuareg separatists, who have since retaken control of Kidal. - Analysts view the loss of Kidal as a major setback for Russia's strategy in Africa, dโ€ฆ