A deadly attack in southern Russia raises concerns about new wave of violence in the Northern Caucasus region. Kremlin faces mounting security challenges amid the demands of the war in Ukraine. The attack in Dagestan left at least 20 people dead and was the deadliest in the region in 14 years.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping deepen their partnership amid their countries' clash with the West. The two leaders signed a joint statement in Beijing, showing unity as Putin wages a new offensive in Ukraine. The relationship is a strategic ambiguity that can constrain the U.S. and others.
German police facing uniform shortage due to war in Ukraine, officers protesting by going trouserless, long wait times for replacement items blamed on supply chain issues from Russian invasion against Ukraine.