Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to assert control and stability after the coup attempt by Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin; NATO prepares for its summit in Vilnius, Lithuania with mounting questions about Ukrainian membership; hundreds of thousands attend Denmark’s Roskilde music festival that highlights the power of art in society; and Zambia secures a deal to restructure its $6 billion in sovereign debt.

Mentioned on the Podcast

Liana Fix, “For Europe, Time to Plan for a Post-Putin Russia,” CFR.org

Stephen Sestanovich, “How Should NATO Think About Ukrainian Membership After Russia’s Coup Attempt?,” CFR.org

Michelle Zauner, Crying in H Mart

Music Selections

Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, “Blenda”

Villano Antillano and Pedró, “Reina de la Selva”

Bad Bunny and Rosalía, “LA NOCHE DE ANOCHE”

Burna Boy, “Ye”

Japanese Breakfast, “Be Sweet”  

Rina Sawayama, “XS”

Rema and Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”

For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at:  https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/russias-post-rebellion-moves-natos-vilnius-summit-europes-21st-century-woodstock-and-more