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Russia fires: Putin takes charge?

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At last, the smog from wildfires that shrouded Moscow has begun to dissipate, but a public health crisis has nevertheless been triggered. Public anger towards government officials is growing by the day. So what impact will it have on Prime Minister Putin's political future?

Guest:

  • Oleg Kobtzeff, historian and geographer, American University of Paris

Programme produced by Aurélien Aeberhard & Laura Farrenq

Hosted by Annette Young


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