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The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Daily: Ukraine’s Past and Future with NATO
Dec 4, 2024
Mary Sarotte, an esteemed historian and professor at Johns Hopkins University, dives deep into Ukraine's long-standing pursuit of NATO membership. She uncovers valuable lessons from Norway and West Germany's historical contexts. The discussion navigates the intricate challenges Ukraine faces amid Russian aggression, emphasizing the vital role of public support for President Zelensky. Sarotte also addresses the implications of Ukraine's potential NATO membership and what it means for regional stability and deterrence in today's geopolitical landscape.
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- Ukraine's pursuit of NATO membership reflects deep historical roots and has evolved significantly since the early 2000s amidst Russian aggression.
- The Bucharest summit of 2008 serves as a critical lesson for Ukraine, highlighting the dangers of ambiguous NATO commitments that can provoke Russian hostility.
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Ukraine's Quest for NATO Membership
Ukraine's pursuit of NATO membership has deep historical roots, beginning notably in the early 2000s under President Viktor Yushchenko. Following the Orange Revolution, Yushchenko's government made efforts to align Ukraine with NATO, culminating in an official request for integration during the 2008 NATO summit in Bucharest. However, this summit ended with disappointment as NATO failed to offer a clear membership action plan, leaving Ukraine's aspirations in limbo. Despite the ongoing war and Russia's aggression, the longing for NATO membership remains a cornerstone of Ukraine's foreign policy, even enshrined within its constitution.
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