Why Some Russians Are Fleeing To A Country Their Government Already Invaded

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In 2008, Russia invaded another former Soviet republic: Georgia, a small country on the southeast edge of Europe. Today, Georgia is seeing an influx of Russians who are fleeing their home country in opposition to its invasion of Ukraine. Mary Louise Kelly traveled to Georgia to hear how people who live with Russian troops on their doorsteps are feeling as they watch the war in Ukraine play out.

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This episode was produced by Mia Venkat, Karen Zamora, and Kat Lonsdorf. It was edited by Ashley Brown And Courtney Dorning. Our executive producer is Cara Tallo.