Washington Post published this video item, entitled “Russia is at war with Ukraine. Here’s how the world will feel the heavy cost.” – below is their description.
The conflict in Ukraine will have expected and unexpected consequences – from oil production to the cost of sunflower oil used in food. Then there’s titanium and neon that helps make planes and semiconductors. The ripple effect will be felt by everyone. Read more: https://wapo.st/35waIKu.
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Ukraine is a large country in Eastern Europe known for its Orthodox churches, Black Sea coastline and forested mountains. Its capital, Kiev, features the gold-domed St. Sophia’s Cathedral, with 11th-century mosaics and frescoes. Overlooking the Dnieper River is the Kiev Pechersk Lavra monastery complex, a Christian pilgrimage site housing Scythian tomb relics and catacombs containing mummified Orthodox monks.