I would like to make it clear from the beginning, I am not an expert in World Politics; I am expressing my personal views and observations of the present world situation. The Human race refuses to learn from history’s chapters, causing destruction, misery, and deaths, all for reasons of egoism, greed, autocracy, dictatorship, or in the name of religion! Go figure!!
Every one of the instigators is being buried in a hole 8x4x6, no matter what, what exactly is it all for??
Summary: War in Ukraine – Russia and USA Involvement
The war in Ukraine began in February 2022, when Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, escalating a conflict that began with its annexation of Crimea in 2014. At that point, then-President Obama didn’t react after the Russians crossed the red line, invading Crimea. My opinion is that we are in the present dilemma because of the Obama administration’s lack of response to that invasion. When was the last time any country or army tried to invade Russia? It was the Nazis during the Second World War.
However, in defense of the Russians, the NATO-Russia Founding Act was signed on May 27, 1997. The act established a formal mechanism for consultation and cooperation between NATO and Russia, but it did not prevent NATO from expanding eastward.
The founding Act aimed to create a new relationship between NATO and Russia, recognizing that they were no longer adversaries. It established the NATO-Russia Permanent Joint Council for consultation and cooperation on security matters. While the Act was seen by some as a way to address Russia’s concerns about NATO expansion, it did not explicitly prohibit it, according to the National Security Archive.
Putin’s reason for invading Ukraine is due to his concern about the expansion of NATO towards the east.
Russia’s stated goals included the “demilitarization and denazification” of Ukraine, though the invasion was widely condemned as an unjustified act of aggression aimed at reasserting Russian influence over a former Soviet republic.
Ukraine, under President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, mounted a strong defense, bolstered by widespread domestic resistance and international support.
Russia’s Role
- Aggressor in the conflict, seeking territorial control and political influence.
°Has faced severe international sanctions from Western nations.
°Relies on alliances with China, Iran, and North Korea for trade and, reportedly, weapons.
°Has used drone and missile strikes targeting civilian infrastructure.
USA’s Role
- The United States is Ukraine’s largest foreign supporter, providing:
- Tens of billions of dollars in military aid, including advanced weapons like HIMARS, air defense systems, and training.
°Economic and humanitarian aid to support Ukraine’s economy and displaced populations.
°Leads a coalition of Western allies through NATO, although NATO forces are not directly fighting in the U.S. views the war as a defense of democracy and international law, and a check on Russian imperialism. - Pre-2022 Background
- 2014: Russia annexes Crimea after Ukraine’s pro-Russian president is ousted. War begins in the eastern Donbas region, with Russian-backed separatists.
2014–2021: Low-intensity conflict in eastern Ukraine. Over 14,000 killed before 2022. Multiple ceasefire attempts fail.
- 2022
- Feb 24, 2022: Russia launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine from the north (via Belarus), east, and south.
°March–May 2022: Russia captures territory in southern and eastern Ukraine, including Mariupol, after a brutal siege.
°Summer–Fall 2022: Ukraine conducts successful counteroffensives in Kharkiv and Kherson.
°December 2022: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visits Washington, D.C., to rally support.
- 2023
- Spring 2023: Western tanks (Leopard 2, Challenger 2) arrive. U.S. sends longer-range weapons.
°Summer 2023: Ukraine launches a counteroffensive; progress is slower than expected due to Russian defenses.
°Late 2023: Russia fortifies positions; war transitions to a stalemate.
- 2024
- U.S. and EU continue aid, but political divisions over spending intensify.
°Russia deepens ties with Iran and China economically and militarily.
°Presidential elections in the U.S. influence foreign policy positions toward the war.
- 2025 (Mid-Year Snapshot)
- The war remains unresolved.
°Frontlines have changed little since late 2023.
°Civilian infrastructure in Ukraine continues to be attacked by drones and missiles.
°Western support remains strong but more conditional.
°Peace negotiations have made little headway.
🕊️ Diplomatic Efforts
- Multiple ceasefire and peace proposals (Turkey, Israel, China) have been unsuccessful.
°Ukraine demands full Russian withdrawal, including Crimea and Donbas.
°Russia insists on retaining occupied territories and demands Ukraine abandon NATO ambitions.
°Peace talks remain stalled, but are ongoing behind the scenes in neutral countries.
🛡️ NATO’s Role
- NATO has not sent troops to fight in Ukraine.
°Provides non-lethal aid, training, and intelligence.
°Member states (esp. USA, UK, Poland, Germany) supply weapons independently.
°NATO has bolstered its eastern flank, deploying more troops to Baltic states, Poland, and Romania.
°Sweden and Finland joined NATO in response to the threat posed by Russia.
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China’s Involvement
- China has maintained an ambiguous position:
- °Calls for peace talks and respect for sovereignty.
°Refuses to condemn Russia’s invasion directly.
°Increases trade with Russia to soften the blow of Western sanctions.
°Allegedly provides dual-use goods (civilian tech with military applications), but not confirmed military aid.
°China positions itself as a neutral power while benefitting strategically from a weakened West.
- °Calls for peace talks and respect for sovereignty.
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Global Impact
- Energy crisis: Especially in Europe in 2022–2023 due to reduced Russian gas exports.
°Food insecurity: Disruption in grain exports from Ukraine affected Africa and the Middle East.
°Geopolitical realignment: BRICS nations challenge Western dominance; arms races intensify.
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