The Taliban gets Moscow’s VIP treatment. And why some new economic stats are raising eyebrows.

The Taliban gets Moscow’s VIP treatment. And why some new economic stats are raising eyebrows.

Author: The Moscow Times February 7, 2019 Duration: 23:13
This week on From Russia With News, Middle East expert Alexei Khlebnikov tells us why Russia hosted their former foes, the Taliban, in Moscow this week. And Bloomberg columnist Leonid Bershidsky talks about why Rosstat’s new economic prognosis looks too good to be true. We’ll also hear from religious affairs commentator Roman Lunkin about what’s next for religious minorities in Russia after a Danish Jehovah’s Witness was handed a six-year sentence for extremism.

Every week, the team at The Moscow Times unpacks the complex and rapidly changing landscape of Russia. From Russia With News is more than a headlines recap; it’s a deep dive into the stories shaping society and culture, often from perspectives you won't find elsewhere. You'll hear directly from journalists on the ground and insightful guests who provide essential context, turning the week's events into a coherent narrative. This podcast offers clarity and nuance on everything from political shifts and social movements to artistic expression and everyday life, all framed by the expertise of one of the region's most trusted independent news sources. Tune in for a vital, on-the-ground understanding of a country that remains central to global conversations, delivered with the depth and rigor you’d expect from The Moscow Times. Each episode is built to inform the curious listener, making sense of a nation in flux through thoughtful analysis and firsthand reporting.
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