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Tinfoil:
What is a Romanian PMC doing in DRC?


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGCbeLDyCmw?si=K4mK3FZiYP59CuXd

Lurker4Long:
1) Rwandan soldiers, NOT security officers;
2) Congolese customs border guards NOT Armed forces of the DRC;
3) Rwandan invasion of DRC NOT fighting.

Vast difference for those of us who read for meaning.

I've crossed that border post a few times and the Rwandan security officers there wear blue uniforms, not the military uniforms of the Rwanda military.
On the Congolese side, the Customs guards wear that cammo, yes, but they are not soldiers and they only have sidearms. 1000m away there's a FARDC checkpoint with soldiers in different uniforms with assault rifle etc.

Some of us know the difference between customs officials at a border post, and soldiers. And we know when invaders are trying to justify their aggression and propaganda.
I hope this has been educative enough for you.

Lurker4Long:
Rwandan security officers? You mean Rwandan soldiers?
BTW, that's Congolese border guards at the Gisenyi border post when the Rwandan military crossed the border to invade. Can we all be careful about spreading propaganda?

bidexiii:
M23 rebels have taken control of the city of Goma in DR Congo. Reports suggest that Rwanda forces are in support of the rebels.

DR Congo has a population of 110 million, compared to Rwanda's smaller population of only 14 million. To following days is going to be interesting!

bidexiii:
[/b]Congolese rebels say they have "taken" the key city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The DRC has severed diplomatic ties with Rwanda, accusing it of fuelling the rebellion[b]



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyRAMoYO898?si=MKn0CEDv1Uh-p5Ui




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6vN2CmvICg?si=d3VjXUQ-W59OPjbt

The African Continent has turned into a conflict hemisphere, with coups and military taking over. Its sure it will only get worst !

NTSA:
I think it's a shame for the AU

NTSA:
It seems like Goma has fallen .

Odunayaw:
Why didn't you post these for example. Both recent pics?

Because it doesn't suit what you are saying?

bidexiii:
[/b]Bello Turji Frees All Captives Amid Intensified Military Pressure[b]



In a surprising turn of events, notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly released all individuals held captive by his group. The development comes amid heightened military operations aimed at capturing the fugitive and dismantling his network in Zamfara State and surrounding regions.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that Turji’s decision to free the captives is linked to the intense pressure mounted by the Nigerian Armed Forces under Operation Hadarin Daji and Operation Forest Sanity. Recent airstrikes and ground offensives targeting his hideouts in Fakai, Shinkafi, and surrounding areas have significantly weakened his group, forcing them into retreat.

The release of the captives is being seen as a strategic move by Turji to avoid further escalation or a direct confrontation with security forces who have been closing in on him.

The troops have vowed to get him whether “Dead or Alive.

Dstealth:
These are not kitted enough for standard tier 1 or 2 SOF. Let's be honest

Odunayaw:
I can imagine where Bidexii is coming from but when I consider the record of the other moniker, I am sure he and Bidexii are not saying the same thing

Toju200:
DHQ SOF(1)
DHQSOF
DHQSOF

Odunayaw:
that pic was NA SOF

Odunayaw:
Post our SOF in the field make I check something

Odunayaw:
Exactly, so how do you see all this on the DRC guys? Keep in mind they are even SF

Odunayaw:
but you just proved what I was saying with these pictures.

All pics show the basics me, helmet, plate carrier and comms. Only one with side arm. Pray tell what is the optimal equipment here?

Because as far as I'm concerned it seems "quality" to you means how closely they look to Western SOF sha

Odunayaw:
I think we confuse gear for aesthetics.

bidexiii:
[/b]Bandit Leaders Surrender Arms and Captives in Batsari, Katsina State[b]

Following intense military operations by the combined forces of Op FASAN YANMA, bandit leaders Abu Radde and Umar Black, operating in Batsari and Safana LGAs in Katsina State have surrendered their arms and captives. This move marks a significant step towards ending banditry and criminality in the region.

The surrender ceremony, which took place on January 19, 2025 at Batsari, was attended by all stakeholders, including military representatives, to ensure transparency. The bandits handed over four AK47 rifles and 15 captives, comprising three males, eight females, and four children.

It was emphasized that this surrender was not a negotiation or peace meeting, but rather a crucial step towards the bandits' complete disarmament and release of all kidnapped victims. The surrendered arms, which are in good condition, are now in the custody of the 17 Brigade, while the rescued captives have been handed over to the Local Government Authorities for rehabilitation and aftercare.

Odunayaw:
You can list the gear they are carrying. I want to check something

Odunayaw:
When I complain about gear I am talking about things like protective gear (vest + helmet), webbings for ammo, first aid, food/water, comms.

What I see guys talk is about "how they look". We've been on this thread long enough to distinguish between how cool a soldier looks to knowing what gear rightly means