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202491 min12+documentary

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Russia Ukraine Conflict

Putin's Playground

202491 min12+documentary

5.1/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

The hybrid war doctrine introduced in 2013 allows Russia to attack Western nations without formally declaring war.

Russia Ukraine Conflict

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Konrad Szołajski

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The hybrid war doctrine introduced in 2013 allows Russia to attack Western nations without formally declaring war.

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Konrad Szołajski

Konrad Szołajskidirector

Konrad Szołajski

Konrad Szołajskiwriter

Alena Müllerováwriter

Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putincast

Konrad Szołajski

Konrad Szołajskicast

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Polish filmmaker Ivana Pauerová investigates Russia's foreign policy under Vladimir Putin. The film addresses the hybrid war doctrine introduced in 2013, which enables Russia to conduct attacks on Western nations without a formal declaration of war. The invasion of Ukraine is a focal point, illustrating its effects on security in Central and Eastern Europe. Interviews and on-the-ground reporting reveal concerns about stability in the region.

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