Echoes of Conflict: Russian Influence in Eastern Europe

This chapter explores the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its wider geopolitical implications, focusing on the experiences of neighboring countries like Moldova, Georgia, and Kazakhstan. The discussion emphasizes the historical ties to Russia, the manipulation of identity and language, and the tensions arising from Russian interventions in these regions. By analyzing the dynamics in areas such as Transnistria, the chapter highlights how smaller geopolitical conflicts may foreshadow larger confrontations in Eastern Europe.