This week Dmitry and John revisit the Russian invasion in Ukraine, providing an update on the situation, discussing the anticipated Ukrainian spring counteroffensive, and what China's recent forays into Ukraine war diplomacy might mean.

We also cover:

The South African debate about whether to follow their ICC obligations and arrest Vladimir Putin if he travels to the country for the upcoming BRICS summit; and

A ruling against Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi on charges of defamation against Modi, and all people named Modi that cost him his seat in parliament.

About the show:

Intrigue Explained is a show where two former diplomats (Dmitry Grozoubinski and John Fowler) and the people they know break down the big stories in international news.

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