Amid its escalating conflict with the West over the war in Ukraine, Russia is working to strengthen its military ties across Africa—this time by restructuring its presence in Mali, a key state in West Africa.

The United Arab Emirates is stepping up its strategic presence in West Africa, with its latest moves focusing on the Alliance of the Sahel States, which includes Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.

Algeria's new general mobilization law has sparked debate, seen as a response to regional security threats and rising tensions with neighbors like Mali, Morocco, and France.

Algeria is facing a new diplomatic crisis with Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, raising questions about how the situation will unfold and whether Morocco could capitalize on the opportunity amid ongoing tensions between Rabat and Algiers.

The first meeting of the Mali-Morocco Joint Military Committee has set the stage for deeper defense cooperation, drawing attention to both its strategic significance and geopolitical ramifications.