Russia's War Against Ukraine

Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, resulting in the deadliest conflict on European soil since the Second World War. This book by Gwendolyn Sasse examines the background to the war, including Ukraines struggle for independence from Russia, and the factors that led to Putin's decision to escalate the conflict. It provides a brilliant analysis of the background to the war, a concise account of the course of the war, and a timely reflection on its consequences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 156 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2023
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, marked the deadliest conflict on European soil since the Second World War. This unexpected turn of events raises several questions: How could this happen in twenty-first-century Europe? Why did Putin decide to escalate Russia's war against Ukraine, which began with Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014?

In her timely book, Gwendolyn Sasse delves into the background of this war and examines the factors that led to Putin's fateful decision. She traces the history of Ukraine's struggle for independence from Russia and highlights how democratic developments in Ukraine posed a threat to Russia's political system. Sasse also shows how ambiguous Western policy towards Russia encouraged elites in the Kremlin to believe they had more room for action than they actually did.

The result is a brilliant analysis of the war's background, a concise account of its course, and a timely reflection on its consequences. This indispensable book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the most dangerous conflict of our time.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 213 x 143 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509560608