Blood will out: Russian mercenaries

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🗓️ 21 March 2022

⏱️ 26 minutes

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Russian forces advancing on Kyiv have stalled. Ukraine has refused the demand to surrender Mariupol. But it’s not just Russian regular troops fighting: we look at Russia’s use of mercenaries. Lithuania allowed Taiwan to open a representative office in Vilnius, and is now facing the wrath of China. And included in the exodus of Ukrainians are plenty of four-legged companions. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer

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1:03.6	Hello and welcome to the intelligence from The Economist. In New York, I'm your host, John Fastman.
1:10.5	Every weekday, we provide a fresh perspective on the events shaping your world.
1:17.5	Just a few countries recognize Taiwan's sovereignty.
1:21.6	China sees it as a renegade province and tends to lash out in anyone who hints otherwise.
1:27.1	But one small European country is standing up to such wrath unbowed.
1:34.2	And pets provide their owners' companionship and comfort, even in the hardest of times.
1:40.3	Included in the exodus of Ukrainians are lots of four-legged companions.
2:00.6	Music included in the exodus of Ukrainians are lots of four-legged companions. But first. After more than three weeks of war, Russian forces continue their onslaught against Ukraine.
2:09.5	Marupol remains under a devastating siege. And on Monday morning, the Kremlin demanded the
2:15.1	soldiers in the city surrender. Ukraine refused.
2:19.3	Russia's military is still trying to encircle Kiev.
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