
Why Russia relies on private militaries, like Wagner, for its war effort
05/12/23 • 27 min
Episode #7 is dedicated to Russian private military companies, how they operate, and the role they play in Russia's war against Ukraine.
Anastasiia is joined by the Kyiv Independent reporter Igor Kossov.
"This Week in Ukraine" is also available on YouTube.
Become a member of the Kyiv Independent community or support us with a one-time donation.
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Anastasiia Lapatina:
Twitter – https://twitter.com/lapatina_
Igor Kossov:
Twitter – https://twitter.com/IgorKossov
Episode #7 is dedicated to Russian private military companies, how they operate, and the role they play in Russia's war against Ukraine.
Anastasiia is joined by the Kyiv Independent reporter Igor Kossov.
"This Week in Ukraine" is also available on YouTube.
Become a member of the Kyiv Independent community or support us with a one-time donation.
Follow the Kyiv Independent on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Anastasiia Lapatina:
Twitter – https://twitter.com/lapatina_
Igor Kossov:
Twitter – https://twitter.com/IgorKossov
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Anastasiia is joined by the Kyiv Independent's reporter Alexander Query.
"This Week in Ukraine" is also available on YouTube.
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Anastasiia is joined by the Kyiv Independent's reporter Francis Farrell.
"This Week in Ukraine" is also available on YouTube.
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This episode was edited by Anthony Bartaway.
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