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Explaining Ukraine
Major causes of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Feb 24, 2024
Reflection on major causes of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, including identity, political values, and ethics. Explore Russia's historical identity struggles, motives for invasion, violence in society impacting soldiers, and the importance of supporting Ukraine against the growing threat of violence.
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- Russia's invasion of Ukraine is driven by identity issues, with Russians struggling to accept Ukrainians' separate national identity and historical narrative.
- The conflict is also fueled by a clash of political values, as Russia's authoritarian history conflicts with Ukraine's democratic roots, leading to fear of democratic ideals spreading.
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Identity as a Cause
The first major cause of the Russian invasion of Ukraine discussed in the podcast is the question of identity. Russians struggle with Ukrainians identifying themselves as a separate nation with Kiev as their capital. Russians attempt to reframe history by claiming Kyiv as a Russian city, rooted in the medieval state of Rus. This conflict arises from Russia's deep ties to historical narratives and their struggle to perceive Russia without Ukraine.
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