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Russia: time to act?

Recently, there has been a lot of news about Russia and its president, Vladimir Putin – who has led the country for 25 years. The citizens of Russia do not have free elections or a free media and it is dangerous to speak out against the government.

Published 15 March 2024

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Use this one-hour lesson to help your students:

  • Explore recent news stories about Russia
  • Debate whether countries should act
  • Listen carefully and respond appropriately

This lesson develops the following skill:

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