The shipment was ordered by President Vladimir Putin to address shortages caused by cyclones
Russia has delivered critical humanitarian aid to Madagascar, including around 60 tons of food, to support relief efforts after two consecutive cyclones, the Russian Embassy in the island nation has reported.
Last month, Madagascar was struck by two powerful tropical systems, Gezani and Fytia, in quick succession. Fytia hit on January 31, causing severe flooding in the northwest and central highlands, killing at least 14 and displacing over 31,000.
Gezani struck the eastern coast near Toamasina, the country’s main port, on February 10, devastating…
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