Economist Podcasts
The Intelligence: Navalny’s peril deepens
Oct 24, 2023
In this discussion, Arkady Ostrovsky, the Russia and Eastern Europe editor for The Economist, dives into the increasing plight of Alexei Navalny, shedding light on his dire conditions in prison and the chilling implications for political dissent in Russia. Kerry Richmond Jones, an international economics correspondent, highlights the long-standing economic disparities between Israelis and Palestinians, linking it to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Both guests bring essential insights into the intertwining issues of politics and economics.
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- Gaza faces a worsening economic crisis due to trade restrictions and the Israeli blockade, leading to a growing dependence on aid for basic necessities.
- Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is in increasing danger as President Putin silences him and targets his lawyers to prevent his message from reaching the outside world.
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Violence in Gaza exacerbates economic disparities
The conflict in Gaza has worsened the already substantial wealth gap between Israelis and Palestinians. The Palestinian territories have been in an economic crisis for years, with the average Israeli being 15 times richer than the average Palestinian. The economic disparity is a result of trade restrictions and the blockade imposed by neighboring countries. The restrictions have limited investment and made it difficult for Palestine's economy to function. The current conflict has further exacerbated the situation, with Gaza facing a growing humanitarian crisis and dependence on aid for basic necessities.
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