Part 11/15:
The Conflict with Russia: A Conflict of Identity and Geopolitics
The ongoing conflict, beginning such active hostilities around 2014, is deeply intertwined with issues of internal Ukrainian identity. The regions of Donbas and Crimea, which have sought closer ties with Russia or outright annexation, reflect historical and cultural ties to Russia. Dr. Petro challenges the Western portrayal that Russia's military aggression is solely about security concerns; instead, he argues that the broader conflict stems from Ukraine's internal divisions and NATO's eastward expansion.