Animals becoming the victims of human conflict is nothing new. Images of dead horses strewn across countless 19th century and early 20th century battlefields can attest to this sad reality. In Ukraine, there’s been a migration from east to west not only of people but of animals. Some are pets brought out by their fleeing owners. Some are zoo animals or strays gathered up by staff and volunteers from NGOs who are going into frontline areas. Regardless of the type of animals they are, war, a concept they cannot comprehend, creates anxiety, stress and fear, emotions that are not exclusive to humans. A ‘Noah’s Ark’ of animals continue to be transferred to safer sanctuaries as part of this western movement. Welcome to ‘NOAHS ARK: Animal Victims of War’
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