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Russian economy hit by sanctions

Russia's rouble has significantly dropped in value due to conflict with Ukraine.

The Ukrainian military says Russian forces have repeatedly tried to storm the outskirts of Kyiv without success. We hear from the country's former Defence Minister in Kiyv.

Also, Russia is feeling the impact of sanctions as their currency crashes. We'll have the latest on how the economic blockades imposed by the EU have affected the country and the global financial markets.

And we'll hear more from Ukrainians who are trying to flee the country amid the invasion.

50 minutes

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  • Mon 28 Feb 202207:06GMT