Politics · Moscow, Russia · October 28, 2026

Putin tells African leaders Russia is their best partner

Reported by 5 outlets · first reported Oct 28, 12:35 PM ET

Putin spoke at the third Russia-Africa summit in Moscow. He said Russia will not pursue neo-colonialism. Ethiopia's PM said Ethiopia received 12 Russian Su-35 jets. Russia-Africa trade topped $27 billion last year.

Why it matters

Russia is seeking trade and security ties in Africa as relations with the West are strained.

Background

Russia has expanded its Africa presence since the 2022 Ukraine invasion.

The story so far

1. Oct 28Putin tells African leaders Russia is their best partner
2. Oct 29Putin hosts Russia-Africa summit

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Sources

• Al Jazeera ↗Oct 28, 3:13 PM ET
• Al Jazeera ↗Oct 28, 3:01 PM ET
• Al Jazeera ↗Oct 28, 12:35 PM ET

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