Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov holds a joint press conference with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation and Burkinabe Abroad Karamoko Jean-Marie Traore on Wednesday, July 8.

The press conference is expected to focus on strengthening strategic cooperation between Russia and Burkina Faso, coordinating on regional security and advancing key joint initiatives.

The event is part of the official programme aimed at deepening Russia's engagement with the West African nation and discussing mutual geopolitical interests.