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Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People

July 27, 2023

Why young Russians are hiding abroad from Putin's war in Ukraine. Also: Why Albania's seashore is in danger.

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Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People

What drives people in Europe – politically, socially and culturally? How do Europeans lead their lives? What are their views, hopes and fears? Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People provides the answers.

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