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Origin of the Ukrainian War
The Ukrainian war began in 2014 with a violent coup orchestrated by the US, leading to the overthrow of the Ukrainian president who desired neutrality. This event marked the outbreak of the conflict, with the US swiftly recognizing the new government despite it being a coup. Putin's decision to protect his naval fleet and base in Crimea from NATO encroachment stemmed from this perceived threat.