Putin meets Eritrean President Afwerki at Russia-Africa Summit

Putin held a bilateral meeting with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki on the sidelines of the third Russia-Africa Summit, signaling continued Russian engagement with African states amid Western sanctions. The meeting underscores Russia's efforts to expand political and economic ties in the Horn of Africa, though no specific agreements were announced. This follows a pattern of Russia courting African nations to bolster diplomatic support and access to resources.

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