Mali’s junta leader meets Russian ambassador after attacks the Kremlin called a coup attempt
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
Mali's military leader held talks with the Russian ambassador in Bamako, marking his first official engagement following alleged coordinated attacks that Moscow characterized as a coup attempt. The meeting underscores strengthening diplomatic ties between the West African nation and Russia amid regional instability. This development reflects Mali's geopolitical realignment and raises questions about international support for the junta administration during a period of political turbulence.
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Mali’s junta leader meets Russian ambassador after attacks the Kremlin called a coup attempt
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — Mali’s junta leader met with Russia’s ambassador to Bamako on Tuesday, authorities said, his first public appearance since the West African nation saw a massive, coordinated
