Author: Mikhail Bogdanov

The humanitarian crisis in South Sudan’s displacement camps has reached an alarming level as thousands of Sudanese refugees, fleeing a brutal war, endure worsening conditions and a rapidly escalating cholera outbreak. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) issued a stark warning, on Monday, December 23, describing the situation as “totally overwhelming.” Every day in December 2024, over 5.000 refugees have crossed into South Sudan, seeking safety from the conflict that erupted in Sudan in April 2023, according to MSF. The war, fought between the Sudanese Army under General Abdel Fattah al-Burhane and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) led by General Mohamed…

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The national football teams of Tajikistan and Pakistan have refused to play in friendly matches against Russia. A match against Tajikistan had been set to take place in December, but the federation declined, saying they already had matches booked for those dates. Pakistan has also cancelled an October game against Russia due to a lack of preparation time. However, the Pakistanis said they would play in December. When the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, Russian teams were barred from competing in any FIFA or UEFA championships. As a result, the team has had to settle for friendly matches. The Russians…

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The recent fighting in Kharkiv raises some serious questions about the human cost of the conflict. It’s painful to hear about the lives lost, the injuries sustained, or maimed for life. The narrative of the Ukrainian adventure being framed by Russia as an effort to free Ukraine from “neo-Nazis” is a and contentious one. Despite lengthy examinations. Making combat footage public is a difficult decision, especially considering the potential biases involved. However, it’s crucial for the readers to see the harsh realities of war. The reports of the Russian forces pushing hard in the Kharkiv pocket, with a sizable troop…

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