Crimea
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The Crimean War (1853–1856)
The Crimean War (1853–1856): A Precursor to Modern Russian Expansionism Abstract The Crimean War (1853–1856) was one of the most consequential conflicts of the nineteenth century, marking a pivotal shift in the balance of European power. Though framed in part as a religious dispute over the protection of Christian minorities…
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Historical Conflicts Comparable to the Russia–Ukraine War
Historical Conflicts Comparable to the Russia–Ukraine War: Strategic Lessons from Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Crimea Introduction The Russia–Ukraine war has reshaped 21st-century geopolitics, exposing fragile borders, contesting international norms, and sparking global debate over sovereignty, intervention, and military alliances. Yet, while its context is contemporary, the themes underpinning the conflict are…
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Crimea’s Annexation by Russia
Crimea’s Annexation by Russia: Historical Claims, Political Crisis, and Global Ramifications Introduction The 2014 annexation of Crimea by the Russian Federation stands as one of the most consequential geopolitical developments of the 21st century. Arising from the aftermath of Ukraine’s 2013–2014 political crisis, Russia seized control of Crimea, citing historical…