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World Service,17 May 2013,55 mins

Is Syria's future in Russia's hands? / What is it like being gay in Europe?

World Have Your Say

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Does Syria's future in the hands of Russia? We discuss Russia's continued sale of weapons to the Syrian government. There are reports that a recent shipment of missiles could be used to counter any potential future foreign military intervention in Syria. Also, what is it like being gay in Europe? An EU report has shown high levels of violence against gay and lesbian people.

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