Day: September 26, 2024

History is a key battleground in the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Posted by Kyiv Center for Defense Policy | Sep 26, 2024 | Ukraine |

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has exposed serious shortcomings in the international community’s awareness of the region. Putin and other Russian officials have exploited this lack of knowledge to push an unashamedly imperialistic interpretation of Ukrainian history. They have used this weaponized historical narrative to justify the largest European invasion since WWII.

Trump gives strongest signal yet he won’t back Ukraine and Zelenskyy against Putin

Posted by Kyiv Center for Defense Policy | Sep 26, 2024 | War |

Former US President Donald Trump lashed out at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for not making concessions to Russia, giving his strongest indication to date he would stop backing Kyiv if he wins the US presidential election. Trump, speaking at a campaign event, said Ukraine should have “given up a little bit” to appease Moscow.