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‘Economic incentives are limited’: What does Russia really offer Africa?
African nations weigh political incentives as Moscow offers limited economic benefits compared with China and the West.
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Russia’s alleged sabotage campaign in Europe raises fears of escalation
From drone incursions to an alleged campaign of assassinations, Russia is feared to be pressing a shadow war.
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Russia says more than 600 drones launched towards Moscow overnight
The attack is the latest in a series of major drone assaults targeting the Moscow region.
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Russia woos African leaders at Moscow summit
In tonight's edition: A summit with nearly two dozen African leaders opens in Moscow, with the Kremlin describing their countries as natural allies against the West. Also, Nigerian investigators say that dozens of detained miners who died in a crowded jail cell screamed for help as jailors ignored their suffering. And ahead of the Youth Olympics in Senegal, Kenya is ramping up support for its female athletes.
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Putin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’
Speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit, Putin frames Moscow as an alternative to former colonial powers.
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Putin: Russia is African continent’s best partner, not ‘colonial’ West
Russian President Vladimir Putin told the leaders of dozens of African nations that Moscow was their best partner.
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Putin woos African leaders as Moscow seeks to expand footprint in Africa
Russian President Vladimir Putin sought to woo African leaders and government delegates on Wednesday as they gathered in Moscow for the third Russia-Africa Summit to discuss trade, security, arms deals and grain supplies as part of the Kremlin's strategic efforts to expand its footprint in Africa.
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy irked by US-Russia-China summit
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced his concerns about a probable meeting between the leaders of the US, China and Russia next month. Plus, a localized truce appeared to be holding in the town of Oleshky.
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Russia-Africa Summit: What is on the agenda, and why does it matter?
Moscow aims to strengthen economic and security ties with African leaders during the two-day gathering.
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‘Russia is already part of who I am’: African students in Moscow
As the Russia-Africa Summit gets under way, students in the capital say education is helping to build ties.
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Russia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Following its invasion of Ukraine and the resulting rift with the West, Russia has declared that it intends to make a "historic return" to Africa. What have we seen of this so far?
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Russia is selling Africa dependence disguised as partnership
As African leaders gather in Moscow, Russia is securing resources and protecting rulers at the expense of their people.
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What we know about Ukraine-Russia truce in Oleshky, brokered by Melania Trump
The Russian-occupied city of Oleshky has had no electricity, gas or water for three years, as residents reported having to eat weeds to survive.
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Iran war live: Trump says ‘anything possible’ on Iran attack after midterms
US president also said it is 'simply a question of when I want to end it,' regarding the war on Iran.
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Ceasefire extended across Ukraine's Kherson region, officials say
The truce was originally planned for the stranded residents of Oleshky, and Russia and Ukraine say no breaches have been reported.
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Russia jails IT worker for 13 years for donating money to Ukraine
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance shared Ukraine donation data with Russian authorities resulting in his conviction.
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Russia targets Kyiv as Finnish, Norwegian leaders hold rare call with Putin
Strikes hit a major bridge in the Ukrainian capital as leaders push for 'direct discussions' to end the war.
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Russia strikes Kyiv ahead of localised ceasefire in Oleshky
Russia struck Kyiv multiple times on Monday night, hours before a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky took effect.
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Melania or the pope: Who brokered Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in Oleshky?
Competing claims over the ceasefire mark the latest tensions between the White House and the Vatican.
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Norway and Finland leaders hold rare call with Putin
An end to the conflict in Ukraine "will not be achieved through silence," Finland's President Alexander Stubb said.