Mali: Goïta receives Russian ambassador Gromyko according to the presidency

The transitional president of Mali, General Assimi Goïta, met with the Russian ambassador to Mali, Igor Gromyko, at the Koulouba palace on April 28, 2026. This meeting followed the attacks on April 25, which resulted in at least 23 deaths, including the Defense Minister, General Sadio Camara. Gromyko reaffirmed Russia's commitment to support Mali in the fight against international terrorism.