Chaos erupts as Russian mercenaries run a massive robbery operation at KM5 in Bangui

In Bangui, a large-scale armed robbery unfolded in broad daylight at the KM5 market district, with Russian mercenaries at the centre of the disorder. Witnesses described scenes of panic as the gunmen ransacked shops and seized goods from terrified vendors and residents. The operation, described by locals as an open-air heist, plunged the neighbourhood into fear and uncertainty.

The KM5 area, known for its dense commercial activity, became the stage for what many are calling an organised pillage. The presence and actions of the Russian mercenaries have further destabilised an already tense security situation in the capital. No official statements have been released regarding the incident, but residents report that the assailants operated with impunity before disappearing into the city.