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Inside the race for Ukraine’s greatest treasures – Tug of war
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Tug of war transports listeners to the most volatile corners of the world, where democracy is on the wane. During an ongoing special season, CNN reporters take us to the field in Ukraine to document the Russian invasion, the escalating conflict, and what it means for the rest of the world.
Inside the race for Ukraine’s greatest treasures Watch “Fountain of Exhaustion”: cnn.com/war Recorded on May 31, 2022. June 1, 2022 Ukrainian officials claim Russia targeted many historical and cultural sites during its attack on the country. In response, artists and historians raced to save important artifacts in an effort to preserve Ukrainian culture. CNN Style’s global editor, Fiona Sinclair Scott, tells the story of one such artist and examines how some Ukrainian residents have returned to ballet performances in hopes of a casual evening. than.