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Russia's strategy in Ukraine: Is Putin's war going global?

November 28, 2024

Russia touts a new "wonder weapon" and is putting NATO under pressure. At the same time, Russian troops are gaining ground in Ukraine with the help of North Korean soldiers. Is a global war more likely than ever? Our guests: Gustav Gressel (military expert), Jessica Berlin (analyst), Vladimir Esipov (DW).

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Gustav Gressel

is an expert on Russia, he focuses on military and defense policy at the European Council on Foreign Relations.

 

 

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Vladimir Esipov

is a reporter with DW’s Russian service.

 

 

 

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Jessica Berlin

is an international political analyst and security expert based in Berlin.

 

 

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