Russia, Burkina Faso deepen nuclear cooperation; ambassador cites progress

Russian Ambassador Igor Martynov confirms expanding bilateral cooperation with Burkina Faso on peaceful nuclear energy, signaling Moscow's growing influence in the Sahel. The scope and timeline of any concrete projects remain unspecified, and the claim rests on a single official statement. This follows a pattern of Russia deepening ties with junta-led Sahel states after French withdrawal.

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