Pope Francis said on Sunday that the Vatican is actively involved in efforts to bring an end to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and that it is also prepared to assist in the return of Ukrainian children who have allegedly been abducted to Russia or territories held by Russian forces.
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Russian population drops to historic numbers amid war crisis and other factors
Due to low birth rates, significant emigration, alarming health statistics, and the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russia is experiencing a historic demographic loss.
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The military draft system in Russia is set to be overhauled, making it “nearly impossible” to avoid military conscription.
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