States of Play podcast Episode 14: Europe’s Fractures, Russia’s Opportunity

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States of Play podcast Episode 14: Europe’s Fractures, Russia’s Opportunity

Political extremism and grey-zone warfare are weakening Europe’s cohesion just as Moscow tests the West’s resolve.

Sam Olsen and Alexander Lord

Oct 08, 2025

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States of Play podcast Episode 14: Europe’s Fractures, Russia’s Opportunity

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