Ukraine’s Zelenskiy pleads with US Congress for more help to fight Russia - a podcast by PRX

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy addressed the US Congress on Wednesday via video, making an emotional appeal for more help to fight Russia. Former US Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor weighs in on Zelenskiy’s speech. And when the Taliban seized control of the Afghan government in August 2021, many were concerned about the erosion of human rights and judicial reforms. But since then, poverty and food insecurity have eclipsed those concerns. Plus, Russian oligarchs might invoke images of luxury yachts, private jets and palatial mansions. But how much influence do they have over Russian President Vladimir Putin? We hear from one diplomat who says you can’t be a billionaire in Russia without close Kremlin connections.

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