A disturbing video has surfaced online, supposedly showing a Russian commander forcing two of his own soldiers to fight each other to the death. This happened after the soldiers refused to join the war in Ukraine. The shocking scene is believed to have taken place in the Donbas region, which is under Russian control. The footage, though not yet verified, has spread across Russian social media and has shocked many viewers.

The commander, known only by his nickname “Kama,” reportedly made the two men fight in what he called a “gladiator-style battle.” According to reports, he told them that whoever won the fight would be set free. Fellow officers from their military unit, the 114th Motorised Rifle Brigade, are said to have placed bets on who would survive. A witness claimed that one of the soldiers ended up killing the other by choking him with his bare hands.

Both of the men had apparently refused to follow orders to fight in the war, which is why they were punished. Russian sources call such soldiers “refuseniks.” It’s believed that soldiers who resist or try to escape their duties are being locked up in underground pits, known as “punishment pits” or “zindans.” This brutal punishment is said to be happening more often, especially in army units that have lost many men during battles in the Donetsk area.

People on Russian social media reacted with horror after watching the video. One person commented that while it’s better for Russian soldiers to fight each other than to harm Ukrainians, the situation is still extremely disturbing and shows just how brutal the Russian army has become. Another user said this kind of cruelty isn’t rare in the Russian military and that without proper investigations, their justice system is meaningless.

One of the most alarming parts of the story is that these punishments are not new. Human rights groups and Russian journalists have already reported cases of beatings, mock killings, and torture being used against Russian soldiers who don’t obey orders. Many of these soldiers are imprisoned in basements or cages without a trial, sometimes for weeks, given barely any food or water. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

A lot of the soldiers in these units are either former prisoners, people forced into military service, or untrained volunteers from poor areas of Russia. These groups have suffered heavy losses in the war, especially during Russia’s large-scale attacks on strong Ukrainian defenses. This strategy, where poorly equipped troops are sent forward in huge numbers, has been called a “meatgrinder” by war analysts.

One recent example is the battle in Avdiivka, where thousands of Russian troops died just to gain a small amount of land. Now, a similar situation is starting near Chasiv Yar. These risky and costly operations are often led by lower-ranking commanders like Kama, who are allowed to use any method they want to keep soldiers under control, even if it means using fear or violence.

The Russian government has not responded to this video or the growing reports of illegal punishments in its army. Investigations into these kinds of abuses rarely happen, and the commanders responsible are almost never punished. Without outside pressure or public attention, such brutal treatment is likely to continue unchecked.

Donald Trump has once again left people scratching their heads after making two strange and surprising claims within a single day. First, he seemed to take some credit for the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American to become Pope. Then, in an unrelated moment, he oddly claimed that he invented the word “equalize,” despite the word being centuries old.

After the recent death of Pope Francis, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was chosen as the new Pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. In response, Trump posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, congratulating the new Pope and saying it was “a great honor” for the United States. He even said he was looking forward to meeting Pope Leo, calling it a “very meaningful moment.”

But what really raised eyebrows was Trump’s follow-up message, where he implied that he somehow influenced the Pope’s election. He mocked ABC News journalist Martha Raddatz, accusing her of being “Trump-deranged” for suggesting he had nothing to do with the Pope’s rise. Trump argued that since he had won the Catholic vote by a large margin, his popularity may have played a role in Pope Leo’s appointment—though he gave no evidence for such a claim.

Then, during a White House press event about prescription drug pricing, Trump made another bizarre statement. While explaining how his plan would make Americans pay similar prices to those in other countries, he said, “Basically what we’re doing is equalizing. It’s a new word that I came up with… We’re gonna equalize.” He claimed it was the “best word” to describe the situation, seemingly unaware that “equalize” has been in the English language for over 400 years. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

The word “equalize” actually dates back to at least the year 1599, according to dictionaries. It has been used in everyday speech, literature, and even pop culture  like the 1980s TV series The Equalizer long before Trump was in office.

Social media users didn’t hold back their reactions. One person joked, “There was a TV show in the 80s named The Equalizer. Did he invent the word in 1983 and is just reminiscing?” Another commented, “If he made it up, how does everyone already know what it means?” And a third mocked the claim by saying, “Horses**t a word I just came up with, never used by anyone ever!”

While Trump’s supporters often appreciate his confidence and boldness, these latest claims have once again sparked laughter, disbelief, and plenty of memes online.

Religious and political leaders from all over the world came together on Saturday, April 26, for the funeral of Pope Francis. One thing that caught a lot of attention was Donald Trump’s choice of clothing. Many people were shocked and upset because Trump showed up wearing a blue suit, while it is normally expected for people to wear black to a funeral as a sign of respect and mourning.

At funerals, especially ones as significant as a Pope’s, the tradition is to wear black. It shows that you are honoring the life of the person who passed away and sharing in the sadness. So, it would be natural to expect everyone at the Vatican that day to stick to this tradition.

However, Trump, who recently returned to office, wore a blue suit. His wife, Melania Trump, followed the tradition and dressed in black, even though it was her 55th birthday. People online quickly noticed and began criticizing Trump for what they saw as disrespectful behavior. Many accused him of breaking the funeral’s dress code and showing a lack of class…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

One person asked why Trump didn’t wear black like everyone else. Another said that while watching the funeral coverage on BBC News, they noticed Trump standing out in his blue suit while everyone around him wore black, calling it a sign of “no class.” Someone else simply said Trump showed “no respect.”

To be fair to Trump, he wasn’t the only person who chose to wear blue. Prince William and Indian President Droupadi Murmu also wore blue suits. This suggests that there might have been a reason behind their choice, and that it wasn’t just Trump trying to be different or disrespectful. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

While Trump was reportedly unhappy about having a less important seat at the funeral, it turns out he wasn’t really breaking any formal rules with his clothing. Catholics have pretty clear expectations when it comes to funeral clothing—dark suits, black ties, and dark buttons on their jackets—but these rules don’t apply as strictly to people from other religions or Christian denominations. Trump identifies as a non-denominational Christian, Prince William is from the Church of England, and President Murmu is Hindu. Because they are not Catholic, they might have felt it was acceptable to wear dark blue instead of black.

Sky News explained that the suggested dress code for men attending the funeral was a dark suit with a black tie and a black button on the lapel of their jacket. A white shirt underneath was fine.

Even though Pope Francis was known for being more relaxed and open to doing things differently, it’s possible he would have hoped that Trump would at least wear a darker suit. After all, the two had clashed in the past, particularly when Pope Francis criticized Trump’s 2016 campaign idea of building a wall between the US and Mexico.

In the end, Trump’s choice to wear blue might not have been about making a statement or being disrespectful. Given that other world leaders made similar choices, it seems he had a legitimate excuse this time around, even if it didn’t sit well with everyone watching.