Putin Hosts African Leaders Amidst Grain Deal Collapse and Wagner's Fate
Russia-Africa Summit
Putin Addresses Peace Proposal
As President Vladimir Putin of Russia prepares to host African leaders at a summit, a collapsed grain deal and the uncertain fate of the Wagner mercenary group have cast a shadow over the event.
Grain Deal Collapse
Putin said Moscow would closely analyze a peace proposal for Ukraine that African leaders presented to him. The proposal reportedly calls for a ceasefire and negotiations.
South Africa's Invitation
South Africa has invited President Putin to a summit in August. However, any attempt to arrest Putin if he visits South Africa would be met with diplomatic consequences.
Attendance Scrutiny
When President Putin opens the Russia-Africa summit in St. Petersburg on Thursday, the attendance list will be closely scrutinized. France has urged African countries to boycott the event in protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Putin's Pledge
Putin pledged free grain for some African countries during the summit. He also accused the West of spreading lies about the war in Ukraine.
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