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What's behind the unrest in Kazakhstan?

The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
Episode • Jan 6, 2022 • 20m

A Russian-led alliance is sending peacekeepers to Kazakhstan to quell mass demonstrations across the country, prompted by a sharp increase in fuel prices. The government has resigned, a two-week state of emergency has been imposed and there's an internet blackout. So, what more is behind the unrest?

Join host Kim Vinnell.

With guests:

Asya Tulesova – Political Activist.

Bruce Pannier – Veteran journalist and Correspondent at Radio Free Europe.

Viktor Olevich – Lead Expert at Center for Actual Politics.

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