Now playing Next world news Reporters Without Borders launch satellite to reach Russian-speaking Restricted media in areas under the Kremlin's influence and control have suffered further since the invasion of Ukraine. 22/03/2024
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Now playing Next United Kingdom Russian media outlets spread fake news of King Charles' death A false notice said to have been released by Buckingham Palace wrote: ‘The King passed away unexpectedly yesterday afternoon.' 19/03/2024
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Now playing Next Russia How supporting Putin has divided families in Russia Support for the Russian president divides Russian society. Children often have completely opposite views to their parents. 16/03/2024
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Now playing Next Russia Pensioner defies Vladimir Putin with anti-war murals The 85-year-old has been fined multiple times but says he has no intention of stopping. 15/03/2024
Now playing Next no comment WATCH: Ukrainian shelling kills two in Russia's Belgorod region Cross-border attacks in the area have occurred sporadically since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. 15/03/2024
Now playing Next Iran G7 allies warn Iran not to provide Russia with ballistic missiles Tehran could face major new Western sanctions if it goes ahead with a long-brewing deal. 15/03/2024
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