Russia’s foreign minister will visit North Korea this week, days after the United States claimed Pyongyang had delivered munitions and military equipment to Russia for use in the fighting in Ukraine. Sergey Lavrov will be in North Korea on Wednesday and Thursday.
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Fragile Tajikistan Government in Need of Reforms
Tajikistan, a small fragile country in Central Asia with a population of just over 9 million, has been plagued by corruption, crimes against humanity, violation of human rights, and impoverishment of the people. In the face of these challenges, the need for government reforms has become increasingly apparent. In neighboring Kazakhstan, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instituted a series of reforms aimed at addressing similar issues. It is time for Tajikistan to follow suit or face fragility that leads to the demise of the regime. Corruption is one of the most pressing issues in Tajikistan. Corruption is rampant in the country’s public sector, with bribery and nepotism being common practices.
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Ukraine has brought back 307 children from occupied territories
Ukraine has brought 307 children out of Russia-occupied territories, including an eight-year-old boy who was recently reunited with his grandmother. Ukraine’s authorities estimate more than 16,000 children have been deported to Russia since the start of the war in 2022.
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Six killed in a helicopter crash in Nepal
Six people have died in a helicopter crash in Nepal. The Manang Air helicopter was carrying five Mexican passengers and a Nepali pilot. Reuters reported that Manang Air caters to tourists wanting a view of Nepal’s peaks, including Mount Everest, the world’s tallest mountain.
