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Vladimir Putin's narratives about history serve what purpose?
Vladimir Putin's narratives about history serve what purpose?
What historical event does Putin consider a historical injustice?
What historical event does Putin consider a historical injustice?
What does the placement of statues of Peter the Great and Catherine the Great in Putin's Kremlin chambers symbolize?
What does the placement of statues of Peter the Great and Catherine the Great in Putin's Kremlin chambers symbolize?
Which country has launched an economic and information war against the West?
Which country has launched an economic and information war against the West?
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What commodities has Russia weaponized?
What commodities has Russia weaponized?
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What has Russia accused Ukraine of doing?
What has Russia accused Ukraine of doing?
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What has been the impact of Western sanctions on the Russian economy?
What has been the impact of Western sanctions on the Russian economy?
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According to Putin's version of history, who converted to Christianity on behalf of all of ancient Rus in 988?
According to Putin's version of history, who converted to Christianity on behalf of all of ancient Rus in 988?
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Who was deputized by Putin to lead the Russian delegation in early talks with Ukraine?
Who was deputized by Putin to lead the Russian delegation in early talks with Ukraine?
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According to Putin, who destroyed the Russian empire by launching a revolution during World War I?
According to Putin, who destroyed the Russian empire by launching a revolution during World War I?
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What does Putin claim NATO is a tool of?
What does Putin claim NATO is a tool of?
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Which country has limited alternatives to replace Russian gas in the short term?
Which country has limited alternatives to replace Russian gas in the short term?
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What is the main goal of Putin's campaign in Ukraine?
What is the main goal of Putin's campaign in Ukraine?
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Which nuclear power plant did Russia take over in Ukraine?
Which nuclear power plant did Russia take over in Ukraine?
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What tactic does Putin plan to use to make Europeans suffer during winter?
What tactic does Putin plan to use to make Europeans suffer during winter?
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Why does Putin consider Ukrainians to be Nazis?
Why does Putin consider Ukrainians to be Nazis?
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What was Putin's problem with Ukraine wanting to associate with other entities or countries?
What was Putin's problem with Ukraine wanting to associate with other entities or countries?
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What does Putin want to prevail in Europe's political present?
What does Putin want to prevail in Europe's political present?
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What did Putin tell his Russian parliamentarians on July 7?
What did Putin tell his Russian parliamentarians on July 7?
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According to Putin, why did Russia invade Ukraine?
According to Putin, why did Russia invade Ukraine?
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What did Putin tell Russian parliamentary leaders about the war in Ukraine?
What did Putin tell Russian parliamentary leaders about the war in Ukraine?
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How does Putin view Ukraine's national identity?
How does Putin view Ukraine's national identity?
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What does Putin compare Ukraine to?
What does Putin compare Ukraine to?
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What is the main goal of Russia in its war with Ukraine?
What is the main goal of Russia in its war with Ukraine?
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What is the likely next target for Russia after taking Odessa and other Black Sea ports?
What is the likely next target for Russia after taking Odessa and other Black Sea ports?
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Which country has backed Russia rhetorically, refused to impose sanctions, and supported it in the United Nations?
Which country has backed Russia rhetorically, refused to impose sanctions, and supported it in the United Nations?
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What impact could domestic politics have on the duration of the war in Ukraine?
What impact could domestic politics have on the duration of the war in Ukraine?
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Which major powers are able to talk to all parties in the Middle East region's disputes?
Which major powers are able to talk to all parties in the Middle East region's disputes?
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Which country is seen as a champion of the oppressed against the stereotype of U.S. imperialism?
Which country is seen as a champion of the oppressed against the stereotype of U.S. imperialism?
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Which country has increased its influence in Latin America as more left-wing governments have come to power?
Which country has increased its influence in Latin America as more left-wing governments have come to power?
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Which country is viewed by many in the global South as the heir to the Soviet Union?
Which country is viewed by many in the global South as the heir to the Soviet Union?
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Why did Marine Le Pen's extreme-right party increase its seats in the June 2022 parliamentary elections in France?
Why did Marine Le Pen's extreme-right party increase its seats in the June 2022 parliamentary elections in France?
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What is the Kremlin's aim in relation to Western unity against Russia?
What is the Kremlin's aim in relation to Western unity against Russia?
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What is the reason for skepticism about the depth of active support for Putin's war in Russia?
What is the reason for skepticism about the depth of active support for Putin's war in Russia?
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Who are the conscripts who have been sent to fight and die in Russia's war?
Who are the conscripts who have been sent to fight and die in Russia's war?
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Study Notes
Putin's Manipulation of History in the Ukraine Conflict
- Putin uses his own version of history to justify his actions and maintain his legitimacy.
- He has a deep obsession with Russia's imperial past and strategically places statues of Russian monarchs in his Kremlin chambers.
- Putin has appropriated Ukraine's history and claimed figures like Vladimir the Great as Russian, not Ukrainian.
- He has doubled down on his historical arguments since the war in Ukraine began.
- Putin blames the Bolsheviks for separating Russian territories and creating Ukraine.
- He portrays NATO as a tool of U.S. imperialism and claims Russia had to invade Ukraine to prevent it from joining NATO.
- Putin believes Ukraine is a "colony" and likens himself to Peter the Great in reclaiming Russian control over land.
- Putin's attempts to erase Ukrainian national identity have instead strengthened it, particularly around the Ukrainian language.
- He frequently references World War II and portrays the invasion of Ukraine as a liberation from Nazis.
- Putin labels Ukrainians as Nazis because they refuse to admit they are Russians.
- Internationally, Putin's assertions about NATO and proxy wars have found support, but domestically his claims about Ukrainian Nazis have gained traction.
- Putin wants his version of history to prevail in Europe's political present and is willing to fight to the end in Ukraine.
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"Ukrainian Crisis: Understanding the Stakes and Challenges" - Test your knowledge on the ongoing Ukrainian crisis, including the regions involved and the potential outcomes of negotiations with Russia. Explore the role of Western support in Ukraine's defense and security.
