▸ Ukraine’s offensive in Russia has been described as a surprise, and as an embarrassment for President Vladimir Putin. In a few days, the Ukrainian forces are said to have taken control of large areas of Russian soil and tens of thousands of people have been forced to flee. Russia has promised a powerful revenge after the attacks, at the same time the Kremlin now seems to be doing everything to play down the offensive. What picture of Ukraine’s offensive is being painted in Russia? How can it affect the Russians’ view of Putin’s regime? And how will the Russian president fight back? Guest: Wolfgang Hansson, foreign policy commentator at Aftonbladet. Program manager and producer: Julia Fredriksson. Clips in the episode: DW News, CNN. Contact: [email protected]
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Putin’s new crisis
