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Ukraine Turns to Africa in Its Struggle Against Russia
- Ukraine has opened eight embassies in Africa since its 2022 invasion by Russia, including a new one in Mauritania, to expand its influence and counter Russian presence.
- This diplomatic push follows Russian efforts to strengthen its military, economic, and cultural ties across Africa, where it maintains longstanding commercial and security relationships.
- Kyiv delivers nearly 300,000 tonnes of food aid through an EU- and U.S.-financed program while offering military training in Mauritania and assisting Malian refugees in coordination with local partners.
- Ukrainian officials caution African leaders that close partnerships with Russia might limit their countries' future independence, emphasizing that Russian proposals, while attractive initially, could impose conditions that have negative consequences later on.
- These efforts reflect Kyiv's wider strategy to position itself as a key African partner and highlight shared anti-colonial struggles, but setbacks and complexities remain amid competing Russian influence.
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Ukraine's Diplomatic and Aid Outreach: Countering Russia's Influence in Africa
Ukraine has opened new embassies in Africa, including Mauritania, as part of its strategy to counter Russia's influence. Kyiv sends food aid to Malian refugees and offers military training to Mauritanian soldiers. Despite its limited reach compared to Russia, Ukraine seeks to persuade African nations of its cause.
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