Vladimir Putin believes that he must make Russia great again in order to justify his rule over the country. This is why he invaded Ukraine – and it’s why he has no interest in ending the war anytime soon. Peace will come when Russians accept that it’s okay to just be normal…
On the show today, Aaron discusses this with Orysia Lutsevych – deputy director of the Russia and Eurasia programme at Chatham House.
They also touch on:
* What’s happening on the ground in Ukraine
* Why there are two peace processes going on
* How China has put itself in a win-win situation
Mickey Mouse makes his first appearance on the pod, too…
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This week’s recommended read is Lawrence Freedman on the “energy war” going on between Russia and Ukraine.
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