<p>Russia's Andrey Rublev has sent a strong message to his own country after his tough and riveting semi-final encounter versus&nbsp;Poland's Hubert Hurkacz, whom he defeated 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (5) in the ongoing Dubai Tennis Championships on Friday (February 25).</p>

<p>Using the common and old tradition between tennis players to sign on camera lens after a match, Rublev wrote, "No War Please" to make his message spread amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis. For the unversed,&nbsp;Russia&nbsp;recently launched&nbsp;a military attack on&nbsp;Ukraine which has made the headlines and is&nbsp;now gaining eyeballs with each passing day. The sports sector has also been hit by the crisis, with the UEFA Champions League final being shifted to Paris from St Petersburg in the wake of the crisis. In addition, the Russian Grand Prix has also been cancelled.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After booking his place in the final in the Dubai Tennis C'ships, the 24-year-old Rublev's message on camera has spread like wildfire. Here's the video of him writing on the camera lens:&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, Russia's Daniill Medvedev -- who moved to the top spot in the ATP rankings -- also shared his views on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Medvedev, who is competing in the Mexican Open said, "Watching the news from home, waking up here in Mexico, was not easy. By being a tennis player, I want to promote peace all over the world. We play in so many different countries. It’s just not easy to hear all this news. I’m all for peace," he added.</p>


Russia's Andrey Rublev has sent a strong message to his own country after his tough and riveting semi-final encounter versus Poland's Hubert Hurkacz, whom he defeated 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (5) in the ongoing Dubai Tennis Championships on Friday (February 25).

Russia's Andrey Rublev has sent a strong message to his own country after his tough and riveting semi-final encounter versus Poland's Hubert Hurkacz, whom he defeated 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (5) in the ongoing Dubai Tennis Championships on Friday (February 25). Using the common and old tradition between tennis players to sign on camera lens after a match, Rublev wrote, "No War Please" to make his message spread amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis. For the unversed, Russia recently launched a military attack on Ukraine which has made the headlines and is now gaining eyeballs with each passing day. The sports sector has also been hit by the crisis, with the UEFA Champions League final being shifted to Paris from St Petersburg in the wake of the crisis. In addition, the Russian Grand Prix has also been cancelled. ALSO READ | New world No.1 Daniil Medvedev and Rafael Nadal renew rivalry in Acapulco semis After booking his place in the final in the Dubai Tennis C'ships, the 24-year-old Rublev's message on camera has spread like wildfire. Here's the video of him writing on the camera lens: ❤️@AndreyRublev97 pic.twitter.com/Ul9Hg8SRvS — ATP Tour (@atptour) February 25, 2022 × ALSO READ | UEFA moves Champions League final from St Petersburg to Paris amid Russia-Ukraine conflict Earlier, Russia's Daniill Medvedev -- who moved to the top spot in the ATP rankings -- also shared his views on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Medvedev, who is competing in the Mexican Open said, "Watching the news from home, waking up here in Mexico, was not easy. By being a tennis player, I want to promote peace all over the world. We play in so many different countries. It’s just not easy to hear all this news. I’m all for peace," he added.

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<p>US actor and director Sean Penn is in Kyiv making a documentary about Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian president's office said Thursday.</p>

<p>The double Oscar-winner was photographed attending a government press conference in Kyiv, and could be seen meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in a video posted to the Ukrainian president's official Instagram account.</p>

<p>"The director came to Kyiv specifically to record all the events taking place in Ukraine and as a documentary filmmaker to tell the world the truth about Russia's invasion of our country," said a post in Ukrainian on the presidential office's Facebook page.</p>

<p>"Today, Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine while being in Ukraine. Our country is grateful to him for such a display of courage and honesty."</p>

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<p>The post added that "Penn demonstrates the kind of courage that many others, including Western politicians, lack."</p>

<p>Penn, who previously visited Ukraine and met with military staff in November, spoke with journalists and soldiers and "saw how we defend our country," the president's office said.</p>

<p>The 61-year-old star of "Milk" and "Mystic River" is making a documentary for Vice Studios, according to NBC News.</p>

<p>Neither Vice nor Penn's representatives immediately responded to AFP's requests for comment.</p>

<p>His latest visit comes as invading Russian forces pressed deep into Ukraine, with battles raging on the outskirts of Kyiv, and missiles and shells raining down on multiple Ukrainian cities.</p>

<p>Penn has previously attracted controversy as a result of his foray into politics and current affairs, especially after he and Mexican-American actress Kate del Castillo interviewed Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman while he was on the run.</p>

<p>In 2018, Penn was reported to be in Turkey making an as-yet-unreleased documentary about the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the kingdom's consulate.</p>

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US actor and director Sean Penn is in Kyiv making a documentary about Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian president's office said Thursday. The double Oscar-winner was photographed attending a government press conference in Kyiv, and could be seen meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in a video posted to the Ukrainian president's official Instagram account.

US actor and director Sean Penn is in Kyiv making a documentary about Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian president's office said Thursday. The double Oscar-winner was photographed attending a government press conference in Kyiv, and could be seen meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in a video posted to the Ukrainian president's official Instagram account. "The director came to Kyiv specifically to record all the events taking place in Ukraine and as a documentary filmmaker to tell the world the truth about Russia's invasion of our country," said a post in Ukrainian on the presidential office's Facebook page. "Today, Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine while being in Ukraine. Our country is grateful to him for such a display of courage and honesty." Also read: Ukrainians, please forgive me! Russian actress Irina Starshenbaum on Russia-Ukraine conflict The post added that "Penn demonstrates the kind of courage that many others, including Western politicians, lack." Penn, who previously visited Ukraine and met with military staff in November, spoke with journalists and soldiers and "saw how we defend our country," the president's office said. The 61-year-old star of "Milk" and "Mystic River" is making a documentary for Vice Studios, according to NBC News. Neither Vice nor Penn's representatives immediately responded to AFP's requests for comment. His latest visit comes as invading Russian forces pressed deep into Ukraine, with battles raging on the outskirts of Kyiv, and missiles and shells raining down on multiple Ukrainian cities. Penn has previously attracted controversy as a result of his foray into politics and current affairs, especially after he and Mexican-American actress Kate del Castillo interviewed Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman while he was on the run. In 2018, Penn was reported to be in Turkey making an as-yet-unreleased documentary about the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the kingdom's consulate. Also read: Ukraine-Russia conflict: Stephen King, Piers Morgan & other celebs react

Sean Penn visits Ukraine to make documentary on Russian invasion

<p>Formula One on Friday said it will not race in Russia this season, saying it was "impossible" to do so after the country launched an invasion on neighbouring Ukraine.</p>

<p>The race was scheduled for Sept. 25 at Sochi`s Olympic park. "We are watching the developments in Ukraine with sadness and shock and hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to the present situation," the sport said in a statement.</p>

<p>"On Thursday evening Formula One, the FIA, and the teams discussed the position of our sport, and the conclusion is ... that it is impossible to hold the Russian Grand Prix in the current circumstances."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russia launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, sea and air on Thursday.</p>

<p>Four-times world champion Sebastian Vettel told a news conference that he would not take part in the Russian Grand Prix if it went ahead.</p>

<p>World champion Max Verstappen also said racing in a country at war was "not correct". U.S.-owned Haas ran their car in Barcelona testing on Friday in an all-white livery, having taken off all branding representing title sponsor and Russian potash producer Uralkali.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Team principal Guenther Steiner also acknowledged that the outfit`s Russian driver Nikita Mazepin, whose father owns Uralkali, faces an uncertain future.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>European soccer`s governing body UEFA, earlier on Friday, said it had moved the Champions League final from St Petersburg to Paris. The cancellation of the Russian race brings Formula One`s calendar back down to 22 races from a planned record 23-round schedule.</p>

<p>But the sport, which pulled off 17 races in the pandemic-hit 2020 season and held 22 races last year, has options it can pick to fill the spot vacated by Russia, after a number of venues held races as COVID-19 stand-ins over the last two seasons.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Russian race debuted on the calendar in 2014 and was set to move to a new track outside St Petersburg from its current Sochi Olympic park venue next year.</p>

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has attended the race in the past, even handing out the trophies on the podium. The title sponsor of the race is the VTB Group whose VTB Bank was hit with sanctions by the United States and Britain following the Russian invasion.</p>


Formula One on Friday said it will not race in Russia this season, saying it was "impossible" to do so after the country launched an invasion on neighbouring Ukraine.

Formula One on Friday said it will not race in Russia this season, saying it was "impossible" to do so after the country launched an invasion on neighbouring Ukraine. The race was scheduled for Sept. 25 at Sochi`s Olympic park. "We are watching the developments in Ukraine with sadness and shock and hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to the present situation," the sport said in a statement. "On Thursday evening Formula One, the FIA, and the teams discussed the position of our sport, and the conclusion is ... that it is impossible to hold the Russian Grand Prix in the current circumstances." Russia launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, sea and air on Thursday. Four-times world champion Sebastian Vettel told a news conference that he would not take part in the Russian Grand Prix if it went ahead. World champion Max Verstappen also said racing in a country at war was "not correct". U.S.-owned Haas ran their car in Barcelona testing on Friday in an all-white livery, having taken off all branding representing title sponsor and Russian potash producer Uralkali. Team principal Guenther Steiner also acknowledged that the outfit`s Russian driver Nikita Mazepin, whose father owns Uralkali, faces an uncertain future. Also Read: UEFA moves Champions League final from St Petersburg to Paris amid Russia-Ukraine conflict European soccer`s governing body UEFA, earlier on Friday, said it had moved the Champions League final from St Petersburg to Paris. The cancellation of the Russian race brings Formula One`s calendar back down to 22 races from a planned record 23-round schedule. But the sport, which pulled off 17 races in the pandemic-hit 2020 season and held 22 races last year, has options it can pick to fill the spot vacated by Russia, after a number of venues held races as COVID-19 stand-ins over the last two seasons. The Russian race debuted on the calendar in 2014 and was set to move to a new track outside St Petersburg from its current Sochi Olympic park venue next year. Russian President Vladimir Putin has attended the race in the past, even handing out the trophies on the podium. The title sponsor of the race is the VTB Group whose VTB Bank was hit with sanctions by the United States and Britain following the Russian invasion.

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<p>Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev has called for peace after his country attacked Ukraine. Medvedev was confirmed as the new world number one in men's singles tennis on Thursday after defeating Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka in the quarter-final of the Mexican Open to set up a semi-final clash against current Australian Open champion Rafael Nadal.</p>

<p>With Novak Djokovic suffering a shock defeat at the Dubai Championships, the Russian's win over Nishioka at the Mexican Open saw him topple the Serbian to move to the top spot in the rankings. While Medvedev became the first man apart from Djokovic, Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray to become the world no.1 in men's singles since 2004, he said it was not easy for him to focus on tennis amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.</p>

<p>Medvedev said as a tennis player he is all for promoting peace across the world, having played in several different countries himself throughout his career. The Russian tennis star said it was not easy for him to watch the news. "By being a tennis player I want to promote peace all over the world," said the new world no.1 in men's singles tennis.</p>

<p>"We play in so many different countries. I`ve been in so many different countries as a junior and as a pro. It`s just not easy to hear all this news. I`m all for peace," he added.</p>

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<p><strong>Daniil Medvedev praises Russian compatriot Andrey Rublev for Ukranian pairing&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Medvedev's Russian compatriot Andrey Rublev had paired up with Ukraine's Denys Molchanov to win the men's doubles title in Marseille last week. Lauding Rublev for his pairing with the Ukrainian, Medvedev said people need to stay together.</p>

<p>"This was amazing because I think people need to stay together and that's the most important," Medvedev said while talking about Rublev and Molchanov.</p>

<p>Though it is one of the biggest moments of his career to attain the top ranking in men's tennis, Medvedev is not worried about the sport and is hopeful of peace prevailing across the world. The Russian tennis star said it is in situations like these that sports take a backseat for more important issues around the globe.</p>

<p>"At this moment, you understand that tennis sometimes is not that important. It was definitely not easy to play and I am happy that I managed to win the match. That was a little bit of a roller-coaster day," said Medvedev.</p>

<p>"In these moments you realise that my match is not important. It's not about my match, how it affects me. What's happening is much more terrible.</p>

<p>You realise how important (it) is to have peace in the world and to respect each other no matter what, to be united. It's about that. We should take care of our earth and of each other. This is the most important thing," he added.</p>

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Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev has called for peace after his country attacked Ukraine. Medvedev was confirmed as the new world number one in men's singles tennis on Thursday after defeating Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka in the quarter-final of the Mexican Open to set up a semi-final clash against current Australian Open champion Rafael Nadal.

Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev has called for peace after his country attacked Ukraine. Medvedev was confirmed as the new world number one in men's singles tennis on Thursday after defeating Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka in the quarter-final of the Mexican Open to set up a semi-final clash against current Australian Open champion Rafael Nadal. With Novak Djokovic suffering a shock defeat at the Dubai Championships, the Russian's win over Nishioka at the Mexican Open saw him topple the Serbian to move to the top spot in the rankings. While Medvedev became the first man apart from Djokovic, Nadal, Roger Federer and Andy Murray to become the world no.1 in men's singles since 2004, he said it was not easy for him to focus on tennis amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Medvedev said as a tennis player he is all for promoting peace across the world, having played in several different countries himself throughout his career. The Russian tennis star said it was not easy for him to watch the news. "By being a tennis player I want to promote peace all over the world," said the new world no.1 in men's singles tennis. "We play in so many different countries. I`ve been in so many different countries as a junior and as a pro. It`s just not easy to hear all this news. I`m all for peace," he added. Also Read: Novak Djokovic to lose world number one ranking to Daniil Medvedev after shock defeat against Jiri Vesely Daniil Medvedev praises Russian compatriot Andrey Rublev for Ukranian pairing Medvedev's Russian compatriot Andrey Rublev had paired up with Ukraine's Denys Molchanov to win the men's doubles title in Marseille last week. Lauding Rublev for his pairing with the Ukrainian, Medvedev said people need to stay together. "This was amazing because I think people need to stay together and that's the most important," Medvedev said while talking about Rublev and Molchanov. Though it is one of the biggest moments of his career to attain the top ranking in men's tennis, Medvedev is not worried about the sport and is hopeful of peace prevailing across the world. The Russian tennis star said it is in situations like these that sports take a backseat for more important issues around the globe. "At this moment, you understand that tennis sometimes is not that important. It was definitely not easy to play and I am happy that I managed to win the match. That was a little bit of a roller-coaster day," said Medvedev. "In these moments you realise that my match is not important. It's not about my match, how it affects me. What's happening is much more terrible. You realise how important (it) is to have peace in the world and to respect each other no matter what, to be united. It's about that. We should take care of our earth and of each other. This is the most important thing," he added. ×

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<p>'Dancing with the Stars'&nbsp;alum Peta Murgatroyd is asking for prayers for her husband Maks Chmerkovskiy, who remains in Ukraine amid the rapidly unfolding Russian-Ukraine crisis.</p>

<p>As per People Magazine, Chmerkovskiy, a Ukrainian-born dancer, and Murgatroyd wed in 2017. The couple shares a five-year-old son Shai.</p>

<p>Murgatroyd,35, shared on Instagram, "Please pray for my husband Maks. I don't usually ask these things from my social media network, however, today is extremely hard and the next few will be even harder."</p>

<p>"My pain is overwhelming and I'm struggling, but you sending your positive light and love to him would mean the world to me. Truly, I wish for nothing more," she continued in her message to fans and followers."Many of you are asking for details and I don`t have the answers, but yes, he is safe right now. Please pray that he comes home soon. Please pray that he has a swift, safe exit," Murgatroyd wrote.</p>

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<p>"I have FAITH. I have HOPE and I have PRAYED so hard."The dancer concluded, "Please pray for Ukraine and the innocent civilians who's lives are being greatly uprooted. I grew to love this country the couple of times I visited and they`re in an unfathomable situation."</p>

<p>Her husband, 42, responded in her comments section with a teary-eyed emoji and a red heart emoji. Murgatroyd`s post after Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine and warned other countries that any attempt to interfere with the Russian action would lead to "consequences they have never seen.</p>

<p>"Previously, on Thursday, Chmerkovskiy shared his "emotional" experience from near the centre of Kyiv in a post on Instagram. There, he could be seen standing on a balcony in the country's capital as military sirens could be heard from the streets below.</p>

<p>"I'm in Kyiv, contrary to what I probably should've done a while ago ... and not that no one saw this coming, but everybody was hoping that the finality of this situation would be averted, that there wasn't going to be these kind of aggressive measures," the dancer said.In a second video, the 'Dancing with the Stars'&nbsp;alum is seen tearing up as he pans the camera to show the "reality" of the situation and the nearby city centre. Later in the day, he posted another update and shared more videos in which he was seen standing outside at night.</p>

<p>"The main thing is that I'm safe. But like I said, a lot of people are not, and this is very, very, very real, what's happening now," he said. "I'm packed, I'm ready, my hotel has a bomb shelter. We can go there now, but the few of us decided to maybe wait until we hear the sirens and then we`ll be down there. I'm going to try and keep you guys updated and show you what it's really like, but the reality is it`s exactly what it looks like on TV."</p>


'Dancing with the Stars' alum Peta Murgatroyd is asking for prayers for her husband Maks Chmerkovskiy, who remains in Ukraine amid the rapidly unfolding Russian-Ukraine crisis.

'Dancing with the Stars' alum Peta Murgatroyd is asking for prayers for her husband Maks Chmerkovskiy, who remains in Ukraine amid the rapidly unfolding Russian-Ukraine crisis. As per People Magazine, Chmerkovskiy, a Ukrainian-born dancer, and Murgatroyd wed in 2017. The couple shares a five-year-old son Shai. Murgatroyd,35, shared on Instagram, "Please pray for my husband Maks. I don't usually ask these things from my social media network, however, today is extremely hard and the next few will be even harder." "My pain is overwhelming and I'm struggling, but you sending your positive light and love to him would mean the world to me. Truly, I wish for nothing more," she continued in her message to fans and followers."Many of you are asking for details and I don`t have the answers, but yes, he is safe right now. Please pray that he comes home soon. Please pray that he has a swift, safe exit," Murgatroyd wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Peta Murgatroyd (@petamurgatroyd) × "I have FAITH. I have HOPE and I have PRAYED so hard."The dancer concluded, "Please pray for Ukraine and the innocent civilians who's lives are being greatly uprooted. I grew to love this country the couple of times I visited and they`re in an unfathomable situation." Her husband, 42, responded in her comments section with a teary-eyed emoji and a red heart emoji. Murgatroyd`s post after Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine and warned other countries that any attempt to interfere with the Russian action would lead to "consequences they have never seen. "Previously, on Thursday, Chmerkovskiy shared his "emotional" experience from near the centre of Kyiv in a post on Instagram. There, he could be seen standing on a balcony in the country's capital as military sirens could be heard from the streets below. "I'm in Kyiv, contrary to what I probably should've done a while ago ... and not that no one saw this coming, but everybody was hoping that the finality of this situation would be averted, that there wasn't going to be these kind of aggressive measures," the dancer said.In a second video, the 'Dancing with the Stars' alum is seen tearing up as he pans the camera to show the "reality" of the situation and the nearby city centre. Later in the day, he posted another update and shared more videos in which he was seen standing outside at night. "The main thing is that I'm safe. But like I said, a lot of people are not, and this is very, very, very real, what's happening now," he said. "I'm packed, I'm ready, my hotel has a bomb shelter. We can go there now, but the few of us decided to maybe wait until we hear the sirens and then we`ll be down there. I'm going to try and keep you guys updated and show you what it's really like, but the reality is it`s exactly what it looks like on TV."

'Dancing with the Stars' alum Peta Murgatroyd prays for husband Maks Chmerkovskiy's safe return from Ukraine

<p>UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has called an extraordinary meeting of the Executive Committee for Friday, Europe`s soccer governing body said on Thursday following Russia`s invasion of Ukraine.</p>

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<p>This season`s Champions League final is to be held in St Petersburg in May and the EU Parliament had asked UEFA to change the venue and to stop considering Russian cities for international football competitions.</p>


UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has called an extraordinary meeting of the Executive Committee for Friday, Europe`s soccer governing body said on Thursday following Russia`s invasion of Ukraine.

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has called an extraordinary meeting of the Executive Committee for Friday, Europe`s soccer governing body said on Thursday following Russia`s invasion of Ukraine. ALSO READ | UEFA likely to move Champions League final from St. Petersburg due to Russia-Ukraine crisis - Reports This season`s Champions League final is to be held in St Petersburg in May and the EU Parliament had asked UEFA to change the venue and to stop considering Russian cities for international football competitions.

UEFA calls extraordinary meeting to discuss situation in the wake of Russia-Ukraine crisis

Here is a quick summary of the responses of world leaders so far on Russia's move in Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin sends troops in eastern Ukraine, this is how the world reacted

<p>Cardi B, who is known to speak her mind on issues, has now shared her thoughts on the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine.&nbsp;<br />
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The Grammy award-winning rapper has criticised world leaders for focussing on the wrong issues. The rapper spoke on the issued when a fan asked her what she "thinks about this whole Russia thing."<br />
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Cardi responded to the user saying, "Wish these world leaders stop tripping about power and really think about who's really getting affected (citizens) besides the whole world is in a crisis. War, sanctions, invasions should be the last thing these leaders should worry about."</p>

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<p>"When another fan tweeted in response that they thought it wasn't the rapper behind the message, Cardi clarified things with a video. "This phone is not hacked, it's really me!" she declared in the nearly minute-long clip shared on Twitter.</p>

<p>She added, "I actually want to say a lot of things, but I'm just gonna mind my business because sometimes, I feel like I have such a big platform that if I don't say the right things, I might get killed."</p>

<p>The Grammy-winner further said, "I'm really not on NATO's side, I'm really not on the Russian side, I'm actually in the citizens' side, because at the end of the day, the world is having a crisis right now."</p>

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<p>"This inflation not only in America, but everywhere in the world! It's really hard to get the economy back up. There is so much shipments and embarkments backed up, China's not really messing with us, so a lot of things are behind, a lot of goods are behind, and this s-t just made it a lot more complicated, so I`m just really annoyed by this," she added.<br />
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She concluded, "And I really wish all world leaders right now, just really come to the logical conclusion, but whatever." &nbsp;<br />
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This isn't Cardi's first time publicly speaking out about politics. In fact, the rapper used to be extremely vocal about them on social media before she suddenly stopped.&nbsp;<br />
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Meanwhile, tensions have grown recently in Ukraine after a possible chance of an invasion from Russia.&nbsp;<br />
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The situation is adverse in the region as the Russian President on Monday decided to recognise Ukraine's breakaway regions - Donetsk and Luhansk - as independent entities.<br />
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Many of the Western nations already have imposed sanctions on Russia as a result of the latest move while NATO alliance has also beefed up military might overseeing the adverse situation.</p>


Cardi B, who is known to speak her mind on issues, has now shared her thoughts on the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine. The Grammy award-winning rapper has criticised world leaders for focussing on the wrong issues.

Cardi B, who is known to speak her mind on issues, has now shared her thoughts on the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine. The Grammy award-winning rapper has criticised world leaders for focussing on the wrong issues. The rapper spoke on the issued when a fan asked her what she "thinks about this whole Russia thing." Cardi responded to the user saying, "Wish these world leaders stop tripping about power and really think about who's really getting affected (citizens) besides the whole world is in a crisis. War, sanctions, invasions should be the last thing these leaders should worry about." Wish these world leaders stop tripping about power and really think about whose really getting affected (citizens) besides the whole world is in a crisis.War,sanctions,invasions should be the last thing these leaders should worry about. https://t.co/25qemEtzF9 — Cardi B (@iamcardib) February 22, 2022 × "When another fan tweeted in response that they thought it wasn't the rapper behind the message, Cardi clarified things with a video. "This phone is not hacked, it's really me!" she declared in the nearly minute-long clip shared on Twitter. She added, "I actually want to say a lot of things, but I'm just gonna mind my business because sometimes, I feel like I have such a big platform that if I don't say the right things, I might get killed." The Grammy-winner further said, "I'm really not on NATO's side, I'm really not on the Russian side, I'm actually in the citizens' side, because at the end of the day, the world is having a crisis right now." It’s me https://t.co/jZaSrUwMWH pic.twitter.com/4QQ8hKygMw — Cardi B (@iamcardib) February 22, 2022 × "This inflation not only in America, but everywhere in the world! It's really hard to get the economy back up. There is so much shipments and embarkments backed up, China's not really messing with us, so a lot of things are behind, a lot of goods are behind, and this s-t just made it a lot more complicated, so I`m just really annoyed by this," she added. She concluded, "And I really wish all world leaders right now, just really come to the logical conclusion, but whatever." This isn't Cardi's first time publicly speaking out about politics. In fact, the rapper used to be extremely vocal about them on social media before she suddenly stopped. Meanwhile, tensions have grown recently in Ukraine after a possible chance of an invasion from Russia. The situation is adverse in the region as the Russian President on Monday decided to recognise Ukraine's breakaway regions - Donetsk and Luhansk - as independent entities. Many of the Western nations already have imposed sanctions on Russia as a result of the latest move while NATO alliance has also beefed up military might overseeing the adverse situation.

Cardi B weighs in on Russia-Ukraine crisis: Not on NATO or Russian side

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a joint press conference with his Polish counterpart Andrzej Duda and Lithuanian counterpart Gitanas Nauseda. The leaders expressed their strongest condemnation of the decision by the Russian Federation to recognise the so-called “DPR” and “LPR”.

Ukrainian President Zelensky holds joint presser with Polish and Lithuanian counterparts

How much do we know about Donbas- the region Russia sent troops into? At least 800,000 Donbas residents have Russian passports. Many celebrated Putin's move by bursting firecrackers. What about the rest? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Understanding Donbas: The region Russian just sent troops into

Russia has ordered troops into Ukraine. If a war reaks out, Europe could find itself dealing with another refugee crisis. For the rest of the world, this conflict could lead to supply chain disruptions, market volatility & price hikes. Palki Sharma explains why.

Gravitas: The implications of war between Russia & Ukraine

The West depicts Vladimir Putin as a mercurial leader prone to delusions. How true is this assessment? What is the secret behind Putin's foreign policy successes? Palki Sharma tells you what makes Putin tick.

Gravitas: Inside Vladimir Putin's mind

Russian President Vladimir Putin recognised two breakaway republics in eastern Ukraine and deployed Russian soldiers there. What is Putin's endgame in Donbas? How does recognising the rebels help him? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin recognises Donbas rebel republics

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (February 21) ordered the deployment of troops to two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine. In a televised address, Putin ordered to despatch Russian peacekeepers to Ukraine's two breakaway regions - the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic and the Lugansk People's Republic. The Russia-Ukraine crisis impacted the prices of some of the commodities worldwide. The prices are expected to rise further. Read the detailed report here: https://www.wionews.com/world/these-commodities-could-become-super-expensive-amid-escalating-russia-ukraine-crisis-455247

Impact of Russia-Ukraine crisis on prices of commodities

President Vladimir Putin has recognised the independence of Ukraine's separatist areas. The Russian leader is sending troops to Eastern Ukraine, but the big question is- Where will he stop? How far will he go?

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Is Vladimir Putin planning a full-scale invasion?

The UK government imposed tough sanctions against five Russian banks and three billionaires from the country over President Vladimir Putin’s aggressive action on the Ukraine border.

UK sanctions 5 Russian banks, 3 billionaires over Russia-Ukraine conflict

Israel is caught in the midst of Russia-Ukraine tensions. Officials are worried about the imposition of US sanctions against Russia because Israel believes that the sanctions can harm Tel Aviv's security interests. WION's Jodie Cohen brings you more insights.

Israel worried about US sanctions, fears souring relations with Russia

The United States is considering new sanctions against Russia, proposing to cut some of its top banks from Dollar transactions. UK has already announced sanctions blocking Russian companies access to western currencies.

US to cut Russian banks from Dollar transactions

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said that Germany has taken steps to halt the process of certifying the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project from Russia over the crisis in Ukraine.

Germany halts Nord Stream 2 project amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov addresses the nation's top security officials during an Security Council meeting on Monday.

Russia has done all to use peaceful tools, says Vladimir Putin

Has Russia ruled out invading Ukraine? Will a stalemate translate into a long-lasting resolution? Palki Sharma tells you why the current de-escalation is unlikely to bring peace in Ukraine.

Gravitas: What next in Ukraine?