Russia reacts to Trump criticism, Myanmar quake toll climbs, Le Pen banned
In this episode of W News, presented by Leigh-Ann Gerrans, we cover the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the Kremlin responds to U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks that he is 'very angry' with Vladimir Putin. We also bring updates on the deadly earthquake in Myanmar, where the death toll has surpassed 2,000. And we report on French far-right leader Marine Le Pen, who has been convicted of embezzlement and banned from running for public office for five years.
Guests:
Gabriel Noronha - Executive Director of Polaris National Security and former special advisor at the US State Department
Jan Camenzind Broomby - Correspondent in Bangkok
Ross Cullen - Correspondent in Paris
Emma Kenny - Psychologist
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