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War, Fear, and Lukashenko - Eastern Express - TVP World
Putin’s approval ratings are falling after Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk, but Russians are still surprisingly satisfied with their lives. In this episode, we break down how Putin uses fear and comfort to maintain control, and why he’s pushing Belarus to join the war. Will Lukashenka play along, or will this lead to even more instability?