On this episode of Old Newscast, we look at how Vladimir Putin changed Russia, his relationship with the west, and what led to his war in Ukraine.

Adam is joined by the BBC’s Russia editor, Steve Rosenberg, and author and Russia reporter for The Washington Post, Catherine Belton.

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It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Joe Wilkinson with Miranda Slade, and Kris Jalowiecki. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

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