Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos recently shared his thoughts on the Saudi Pro League during an appearance on his podcast, highlighting the transformative role played by Cristiano Ronaldo. Kroos described the league as an intriguing case, noting that it received little international attention before the Portuguese star's arrival at Al-Nassr in late 2022. According to Kroos, Ronaldo's move brought significant global recognition to the competition, elevating its profile far beyond what it had previously enjoyed. He suggested that the superstar's presence has been a key factor in drawing worldwide interest, crediting him with putting the league on the map in a way that had not happened earlier. The German midfielder went further, expressing his view that the league's current appeal is closely tied to Ronaldo. He remarked that if the five-time Ballon d'Or winner were to depart tomorrow,...
A recent gunfight in Makhachkala, Dagestan region, resulted in the deaths of at least three Russian police officers and two Islamist terrorists.
This incident echoes the violent attacks that occurred in the region on June 23, 2024, where coordinated assaults targeted churches, synagogues, and police posts, killing 27 people, including five perpetrators.
The region has experienced a surge in violence attributed to Islamic extremism and Islamic State insurgency. Dagestan's governor, Sergey Melikov, has vowed to take measures to prevent such incidents.
The attacks have sparked widespread condemnation and mourning in the region.¹