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Here’s where the Russo-Ukraine War Stands
In February 2022, just over two years ago, Russia began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed it was a “special military operation” to demilitarize and “denazify” Ukraine, alleging that they have observed Nazi behaviors in the Ukrainian government.
Ukraine Begins Long-Anticipated Counteroffensive Against Russian forces
On June 10, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that “counteroffensive and defensive actions are being taken in Ukraine.” During a news conference with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, on a surprise visit to Kyiv, Zelenskyy admitted that the long awaited spring counteroffensive against Russian forces occupying parts of eastern Ukraine had begun.
Explosion Leads to Rupture of NordStream Pipeline
As the international battle over gas resources continues, an explosion in the Nord Stream Pipeline - the largest natural gas transportation medium linking Russia to Europe - puts the greater Europe off-guard.
The War in Ukraine enters its Eighth Month
Eight months after Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, the conflict has continued and impacts are being felt across the globe. Here are the latest developments from the past few months.
Russian Invasion of Ukraine, Two Months On
Russia’s initial goal of invading the capital, Kyiv, was thought to be an easy target for one of the largest armies in the world. However, Ukraine managed to start to push them out of the region by March 25.
Analysis | Chinese-Taiwan relations post Russian Invasion of Ukraine
On the surface, both look quite similar, with a larger country seeking to take back control of a part of a former unified country. For Russia, their motivation to invade came from their fear of a western leaning Ukraine. However China and Taiwan’s situation is more complex.