Amid the general collapse of Western influence in Africa, Russia has begun establishing an African Legion to serve its interests, causing concern in Washington and among its allies, with speculation about forming a similar force to counter it.

With the absence of a diplomatic solution in Ukraine, Poland continues to enhance security control on its borders amidst concerns of sudden repercussions, following the presence of Wagner in neighboring Belarus.

Ukraine has begun collaborating with Interpol and Western intelligence agencies to conduct security screenings of foreign fighters who have volunteered to fight alongside them since February 24, 2022.

At a time when Russia is deeply involved in its invasion of Ukraine, Syrian President al-Assad is once again opening the door to Moscow to increase its military presence in Syria.

The area left behind by Russian forces includes the city of Kherson, the only regional capital occupied by Russia during its invasion of Ukraine that began 9 months ago.