It's 4,000 miles from Ukraine - but even this Asian city is part of Russia's war
Summary
The city of Vladivostok in Russia, located over 4,000 miles from Ukraine, shows the impact of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Local residents, including veterans like Dmitry Afanasyev who lost limbs in the war, continue to feel the effects of the distant war, with visible reminders like graveyards for fallen soldiers. Despite the war's distance, people in Vladivostok express hope for improved international relations and a resolution.Key Facts
- Vladivostok is over 4,000 miles away from Ukraine but still affected by the conflict.
- Local resident Dmitry Afanasyev lost a leg while fighting in Ukraine and now plays Para ice hockey.
- Vladivostok has fresh graves for soldiers who died in the Ukraine conflict.
- The war began in February 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine.
- Russia refers to the war as a "Special Military Operation."
- Residents express concern about the ongoing war and hope for improvement in international relations.
- Vladivostok is close to the borders of China and North Korea, emphasizing its distance from the European focus of the conflict.
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