May 18, 2022
The fifty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.
Stories cited in the podcast:
Finland and Sweden formally ask to join NATO, in potentially its biggest expansion in two decades.
Former Russian colonel criticizes the country's invasion of Ukraine on state television
German ex-leader Schroeder loses privileges over Russia ties
North Korean leader Kim slams officials' 'immaturity' in response to COVID outbreak
Mali arrests suspects after announcing foiled coup attempt
Sri Lanka down to last day of petrol, new prime minister says
Venezuela government and opposition to renew talks amid…
The skinny
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