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Lawsuit against journalists covering Wagner Group dismissed
40:21 - 43:00 (02:39)
A judge dismissed the lawsuit filed by the head of the Wagner Group, a Russian military contractor, against journalists who reported on the group. The head of the group was suing the journalists for defamation following their coverage of the mercenaries and their activities.
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Private Eye was accused of contempt of court during the trial, as a possible attempt to influence the outcome.
40:21 - 41:08 (00:47)
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Private Eye was accused of contempt of court during the trial, as a possible attempt to influence the outcome. However, the judge ruled that it was not the case due to the difficulty of the libel laws in the United Kingdom.
ChapterLawsuit against journalists covering Wagner Group dismissed
EpisodeLondon Edition: Satire in the Age of Murdoch and Trump
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The head of Wagner Group, known for their mercenary recruitment and operation in war zones, is being sued by journalists for misconduct.
41:08 - 43:00 (01:52)
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The head of Wagner Group, known for their mercenary recruitment and operation in war zones, is being sued by journalists for misconduct. The interim report reveals his involvement and guilt in the operation, leading to increased awareness of unethical practices.