Russia, Ukraine and Navalny’s legacy
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to dominate the headlines, with no end in sight.
The two countries have been at war since 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea and backed separatists in eastern Ukraine. The fighting has killed more than 14,000 people and displaced millions more.
In recent months, the conflict has escalated, with Russia massing troops on the Ukrainian border. The United States and its allies have warned Russia not to invade Ukraine, but there are fears that Moscow could be planning a full-scale attack.
Amidst the ongoing conflict, the legacy of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny continues to loom large.
Navalny was poisoned with a nerve agent in August 2020 and spent months in Germany recovering. He returned to Russia in January 2021, only to be arrested and sentenced to two and a half years in prison.
Navalny is a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, and his imprisonment has been widely condemned as politically motivated. His supporters have staged mass protests across Russia, calling for his release and an end to Putin’s rule.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and the legacy of Alexei Navalny, are two of the most pressing issues facing the world today.
The outcome of these events will have a profound impact on the future of Europe and the world. It is essential that the international community remains engaged and works to find a peaceful resolution to both conflicts.
Here are some additional resources on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and the legacy of Alexei Navalny:
- BBC News: Ukraine crisis: Russia warns US of 'catastrophic' consequences
- The New York Times: Russia Invades Ukraine
- The Guardian: Ukraine-Russia live: Putin warns of 'instant response' to outside interference
- The Washington Post: Biden warns of ‘swift and severe’ costs if Russia invades Ukraine
- Al Jazeera: Ukraine-Russia crisis: Live updates
