Russia believes the time has come to open a new chapter with the emerging Syrian state, as Moscow looks to safeguard its regional interests and Damascus seeks to mend ties with what was once seen as a sworn enemy of the Syrian people.

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.

Ukraine’s strike exposed Russia’s weakness, raising nuclear fears amid Moscow’s cautious, delayed response.

Ukraine recently launched one of its broadest assaults of the war against air bases inside Russia, targeting sites from eastern Siberia to Russia’s western border.

Amid global geopolitical turmoil and its drive to become a leading military power, the German military has received the green light in recent weeks for a massive arms buildup.