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Ukraine
Humanitarian Corridors Rejected
Russia’s military proposed today it would cease fire and open humanitarian corridors from several Ukrainian cities for civilians to evacuate. The evacuation routes were deemed “unacceptable” by Ukrainian authorities as four of the six routes led to Russia itself or Russia’s close ally Belarus. Previous evacuation attempts over the past weekend failed, with citizens fleeing from Irpin hit by Russian shells on Sunday. In response to Russia’s proposal, Ukraine proposed its own plan for humanitarian corridors, to which there has been no response from Russia. Today is the 12th day of the Russian invasion into Ukraine, with hundreds of thousands of people still trapped in cities under heavy bombardment.
This map depicts the humanitarian corridors that were proposed by a Russia on Monday, many of which follow routes back to Russia or Belarus. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: BBC
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Mali
Rebel Attack Kills 27 Soldiers
A jihadist attack occurred Friday on an army base in Mondoro, Mali, killing 27 soldiers and leaving another 33 injured. The base, close to Mali’s border with Burkina Faso, has been a regular target for rebel attacks. The Malian government has responded with counter-attacks that have claimed the lives of 70 terrorists. Affiliates from both al-Qaeda and ISIS are said to be part of the insurgency that has spread from Mali’s northern desert regions to surrounding countries in the Sahel. France recently began a total retreat of its forces from Mali, following years of ongoing tensions over failures to restore democratic civilian rule.
This map depicts the location of Mondoro in Mali, where an army base came under attack by insurgents on Friday. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: TV5Monde
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United States
‘People’s Convoy’ Reaches D.C.
The ”People’s Convoy,” a spinoff of the Canadian “Freedom Convoy,” made up of approximately 1,000 semi-trucks, cars, and recreational vehicles has reached Washington D.C. with the goal of shutting down traffic to protest COVID-19 mandates. The convoy began assembling in California last week and has picked up additional vehicles and protesters on its journey across the country. This week, these vehicles will continue their protest by driving around the Beltway, a 64-mile highway encircling Washington D.C. So far, the convoy has reached two miles long and has slowed traffic, but has not brought it to a standstill. It is unclear how long this protest will continue.
This map depicts the Beltway, a 64-mile highway surrounding Washington D.C. The People’s Convoy is driving two loops around the Beltway. Click on the map to learn more.
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Q: Where must you travel to walk across the 1,410 feet (430 m) long tallest and highest glass bridge in the world?
A: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge in Hunan, China
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge in Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province Grand Canyon measures 1,410 ft (430 m) in length and 20 ft (6 m) wide, about 850 ft (260 m) above the ground. The bridge is hoisted between two mountain cliffs and can carry up to 800 visitors at once, providing 360 degree views of Zhangjiajie National Forest park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nicknamed “Avatar Park,” it is thought that Zhangjiajie Park was the place where James Cameron was inspired for his movie, Avatar. Zhangjiajie Bridge has set ten world records in design and architecture. On the day of its opening, a two-ton truck drove across the bridge to demonstrate the strength and safety of the bridge.
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Q: Which famous bay is not only one of North America’s seven wonders, but is also known for its record high tides and geological discoveries?
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