Fired Up and Nowhere to Work: Wagner Mercenaries Struggle to Find Jobs Back in Russia

Former Wagner mercenaries struggling to find civilian jobs in Russia after fighting in Ukraine, taking low-paying work like taxi driving.
Many being denied jobs despite pardons, as employers avoid hiring ex-convicts and former Wagner fighters.
One fighter denied job at drone factory despite pardon; others turned away from airport, Burger King.
Russian authorities accused of breaking promises of clean slate for returning mercenaries.
Future of Wagner Group uncertain in Africa as Central African Republic reportedly distances itself.

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