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The Ukraine War at one year

Spectre of Communism

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In the Donbas, Russia Was Demanding Security Guarantees, and the United States Refused to Negotiate.

When Zelensky came to power, originally his programme was one of peace with Russia. But the fascist paramilitaries didn't want peace with Russia and they basically wanted to smash them. And this also played a big role in precipitating the war finally. From Russia's point of view, they rather preferred the Donbas be part of Kiev and the Kiev administration. They would be part of Ukraine so that they will have leverage inside the Ukrainian nation country.

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