# Putin says Russia ready to help Africa fight terrorism and drug trafficking

https://mins.news/en/item/119461

- TASS, 2026-10-28 16:34 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2209703

> At a meeting with representatives of major African regional organizations, Putin said Russia was ready to help African partners combat terrorism, drug trafficking and cross-border crime. He said Moscow would continue close coordination with the African Union and was open to dialogue on peace, security and crisis prevention and resolution.

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