The spirit of unity as the ink dries on a joint declaration, leaders hail the geopolitical achievements of the second ever Russia-Africa summit.
While western nations play down the importance of the event, those attending, say such gatherings are vital to keep pace in a rapidly changing world.
And, a Russian missile strike destroys the regional headquarters of Ukraine's national security service in the central city of Dnepropetrovsk.
That's according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
