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Monocle on Sunday

Live from London

May 26, 2024
Emma Nelson, Tina Fordham, and Stephen Dalziel discuss the weekend's biggest talking points. Topics include Russian geopolitics, UK national service proposal, and Kenya's role in global politics. Tyler Brûlé in Tokyo talks about food allergies, while Naveena Kottoor discusses latest news from Nairobi.
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  • Growing authoritarianism in Russia under Putin's leadership
  • Importance of optics and public perception in political leadership

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Political Analysts Reflect on National Service Announcement

The political analysts, Tina Fordham and Steven D. L., discuss the significance of the national service announcement. Fordham finds the link between the war in Ukraine and recent events in Russia alarming, suggesting a shift towards authoritarianism under Putin's leadership. They delve into the implications of senior military arrests in Russia and analyze national service proposals in the UK, examining potential connections to tactical maneuvering amidst growing tensions.

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