Diaspora, Africa – (African Boulevard News) – After a visit to Ukraine’s capital, Kiev, on Friday, a delegation of African leaders arrived in Russia to discuss peace in Ukraine with President Vladimir Putin. The meeting is a part of an initiative to bring about stability in the war-torn region of Ukraine.
The delegation of African leaders, including the African Union’s Commissioner for Peace and Security, Smail Chergui, and the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, held a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier in the week. The visit comes at a time when the conflict in Ukraine has escalated, resulting in a growing number of casualties and displacement of civilians.
The meeting in Russia was aimed at exploring ways to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine. The delegation also discussed the role of African nations in contributing to peace in the region. The leaders emphasized the importance of the peaceful resolution of conflicts and the need to avoid further escalation.
The African leaders also met with their Russian counterparts to discuss ways to strengthen ties between Africa and Russia. President Putin stressed the importance of Africa as a strategic partner for Russia and emphasized the need for increased economic cooperation between the two regions.
The delegation of African leaders expressed their commitment to work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. Commissioner Chergui said, “Our presence here shows our commitment to peace and security around the world. We are here to support Ukraine and the people of Ukraine. We believe that a peaceful resolution to the conflict is possible, and we are committed to working towards that goal.”
President Ramaphosa echoed the same sentiment, saying, “We believe that war is not a solution to any conflict. We are committed to working towards a peaceful resolution in Ukraine and in other conflict zones around the world.”
The visit of the African leaders to Russia signifies the important role that Africa can play in contributing to global peace and security. The meeting also highlights the importance of international cooperation in resolving conflicts and promoting stability in regions affected by conflict.
In conclusion, the visit of the African leaders to Russia to discuss peace in Ukraine is a positive step towards resolving the conflict through peaceful means. The delegation’s commitment to peace highlights the importance of international cooperation in resolving conflicts and promoting stability in regions affected by conflict.
