Russia’s war in Ukraine and the Holy See’s strained relations with China are the backdrop to Pope Francis’ visit this week to the former Soviet republic of Kazakhstan.
Once again Pope Francis is visiting Kazakhstan. Why? Two main reasons are mentioned here; first attending the Congress Leaders of the World Religions and secondly, meeting with the Russian Orthodox leader, Patriarch Kirill.
the writer of Diplomatic Baggage - Brigid Keenan was born in India from Irish parents. Her father was an officer in the British Army, so she spent her first 9 years of life among the spices and strong colors of India.
violations of international humanitarian law are committed by all belligerents and Russia’s warfare on Ukraine is shedding further light on the need to protect civilians in the context of intensified urban warfare. In Ukraine, overtaking cities is of strategic value for Russia and is part of their warfare tactics. The terrain thus becomes very complex with the inevitable proximity of the military with the civilian population.