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Feb 2022
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Russia Meets A Strong Resistance
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Russia's war against Ukraine rages on, but for now Russian troops appear to have been met with a level of resistance they were not prepared for. While the U.S. and its allies have pulled together in an attempt to cripple Russia's economy.
NPR's Chief Economic Correspondent Scott Horsley
reports on sanctions have led to Russia's currency falling, which will mean higher prices for Russians.
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