Published 16:11 IST, June 7th 2024
What to Know about Russia’s Growing Footprint in Africa
Russia is emerging as the security partner of choice for a growing number of African governments in the region, displacing traditional allies like France & US.
![Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, left, and Congo's Foreign Minister Jean Claude Gakosso shake hands after a joint news conference in Oyo, Congo, June 4, 2024.](https://img.republicworld.com/tr:w-800,h-450,q-75,f-auto/rimages/whatsappimage2024-06-07at4.10.26pm-1717756897421file_16:9-1717756908400.webp)
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, left, and Congo's Foreign Minister Jean Claude Gakosso shake hands after a joint news conference in Oyo, Congo, June 4, 2024. | Image:
(Russian Foreign Ministry Press Service via AP)
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16:11 IST, June 7th 2024