OUAGADOUGOU: The Ambassador of the Russian Federation, Igor Martynov, reaffirmed Russia’s commitment to enhancing the operational capabilities of Burkina Faso’s Defense and Security Forces. This announcement came during a meeting held on Monday with the Burkinabe Minister of Security, Mahamadou Sana.
According to Burkina Information Agency, Martynov emphasized Russia’s intention to significantly contribute to Burkina Faso’s efforts to reclaim its national territory by supporting the strengthening of its military forces. The discussions also covered potential developments in the energy sector and ongoing security cooperation.
During the meeting, Martynov expressed admiration for the resilience of the Burkinabe people amidst the prevailing security challenges.