https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/putin-seeks-to-expand-ties-with-african-countries-at-russia-africa-summitContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/putin-seeks-to-expand-ties-with-african-countries-at-russia-africa-summithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/putin-seeks-to-expand-ties-with-african-countries-at-russia-africa-summit#u167128Sun, 01 Nov 2026 07:45:34 +0000Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting dozens of African leaders and government delegates in Moscow for the third Russia-Africa Summit. The two-day gathering aims to expand Moscow's influence, trade, security, and arms deals across the continent. During the opening sessions, Putin framed the event as part of a global transformation, portraying Russia as a superior partner compared to the colonial West. He courted twenty-two African leaders with promises of grain and investment while criticizing Western nations.Why it mattersMoscow has sought to deepen diplomatic and economic ties acr