A young volunteer soldier, Akula, who signed up for the war at the beginning of the Russian invasion is now dealing with the trauma of war. He spoke to CNN's David McKenzie about his time on the front lines and how it has affected his mental health.

Friday briefing: What do the cuts in aid mean for the fight against Ebola in the DRC?
<p>In today’s newsletter: As the virus spreads across borders, health workers warn that weakened global support is making a prolonged crisis more likely</p><p></p><p>Ebola is spreading rapidly in parts of east Africa. The deadly disease, which kills around half of those it infects, is <a href="https



