In nearly three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, hundreds of thousands of people have left Russia. Outside of Russia, anti-war activists have attempted to organize support, but often, these attempts have led to harsh disagreements. The most recent debate is about whether the Russian flag has become a symbol of war.
In Europe, many countries will be paying close attention to the Trump administration’s approach to the war between Russia and Ukraine. While campaigning, Trump said that he would “end” the war in Ukraine within 24 hours of becoming president. So far, government officials in both Russia and Ukraine are being cautious in their statements about Trump and his policy toward the war.
Sanctions on Russian diamonds, imposed in response to the war in Ukraine, have damaged business in Surat, India’s diamond polishing hub. Many of the city’s diamond artisans from lower-income communities have become collateral damage in a tussle between the West and Russia.
After nearly 1,000 days, Russia’s war against Ukraine is causing mental health issues for soldiers and civilians, including anxiety, panic attacks and PTSD. Ukraine’s Health Ministry estimates that 15 million people will need psychological support in the future.