Massive Nato air force exercises are following Berlin's re-drawn view of the world as Olaf Scholz appears to be accepting a bigger role for his country

As Kyiv fights back, it is making some progress against Russian lines, but at a price. This phase of the conflict will be exhausting for both sides and could produce another stalemate.

The willingness of the Ukrainians to strike targets inside Russia represents a significant challenge for Putin, who claimed the war on Ukraine was to 'secure Russia's borders'

The 32nd Arab Summit nabbed global attention. As well as the visit of Ukraine's leader, Syria stepped back into the regional community as Saudi Arabia's careful diplomacy emphasises common interests.

Both leaders used their platform in Jeddah to deliver subtle messages to their allies and enemies

Arab states will refrain from intervening in internal Arab conflicts but will help facilitate dialogue between the conflicting parties as the sole means for conflict resolution

In the multipolar world, alliances are more fluid and flexible, allowing states to court several global powers at once

Tatars have long suffered persecution including the mass deportation of hundreds of thousands under USSR leader Joseph Stalin

Experts warn that Russian forces may soon either take over or encircle the small city

Al Majalla talks to people in city near Kyiv who recall painful memories of last year's Russian invasion