Ukraine offers military training to Mauritania to counter Russian influence in Africa
Ukraine has proposed training Mauritanian troops as part of its broader strategy to counter Russia’s growing footprint in West
Egypt has sharply criticized Israel’s war on Iran, fearing a weakened Tehran could embolden Israeli dominance in the Middle East. With the U.S. now involved, analysts warn Egypt—once the region’s leader—must prepare for a reshaped power balance. Cairo has deepened ties with Iran, including energy and defense cooperation, while rejecting U.S. proposals to resettle Gazans. President Sisi, though silent publicly, has privately condemned Israel’s actions, calling the conflict a threat to regional stability.
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