Russia and Ukraine: Why is There a War?
Russia and Ukraine: Why is There a War?
The war between Russia and Ukraine began in 2014, but it escalated into a full-scale invasion in February 2022, when Russia launched a massive military attack on Ukraine. The main reasons include:
Territorial control: Russia wants control over parts of Ukraine, especially the eastern regions and Crimea (which it annexed in 2014).
Fear of NATO expansion: Russia opposes Ukraine’s growing ties with the West and its desire to join NATO, seeing it as a threat to Russian security.
Historical influence: Russia sees Ukraine as part of its historical and cultural sphere, but Ukraine wants independence and alignment with Europe.
Power politics: President Putin aims to restore Russian influence and views Ukraine's independence as a loss of Russian power.
The war has caused massive destruction, loss of lives, and millions of people to flee Ukraine. The world has largely supported Ukraine, while Russia faces heavy sanctions.
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