Russia reaffirms support for Mali during meeting with transitional president
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Mali's transitional President, Assimi Goïta, met with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Mali, Igor Gromyko, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Koulouba Palace. This information was shared on the Facebook page of the Presidency of the Republic of Mali. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations between Bamako and Moscow. Discussions focused on the security situation and the strategic partnership between the two nations. The Russian diplomat commended the ongoing cooperation, particularly in counter-terrorism efforts, highlighting the joint commitment of the Malian Armed Forces FAMa and Russian forces.
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