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History of Russia and Ukraine war
The roots of the conflict can be traced back to Ukraine's historical ties with Russia. Ukraine was part of the Russian Empire and later the Soviet Union for centuries, which resulted in deep cultural, economic, and political connections between the two countries. After the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Ukraine declared its independence and emerged as a sovereign state.

Crimean Peninsula: One of the main flashpoints of the conflict is the Crimean Peninsula, a region with a majority ethnic Russian population and a significant Russian naval presence. In February 2014, Ukraine experienced a political crisis when its pro-Russian President, Viktor Yanukovych, was ousted following widespread protests known as the Euromaidan movement. Following his ouster, Russia swiftly moved to annex Crimea in March 2014, a move that was widely condemned by the international community.

Donbas Region: The conflict further escalated in eastern Ukraine, particularly in the Donbas region, which includes Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts. Pro-Russian separatists in these areas declared self-proclaimed republics and began an armed insurgency against the Ukrainian government. Russia has been accused of supporting the separatists with weapons, funding, and troops, although Russia denies direct involvement and insists that any Russian citizens fighting in Ukraine are doing so as volunteers.

Conflict and Ceasefires: The war in the Donbas region has been marked by intense fighting and numerous ceasefire agreements, most notably the Minsk Protocol in 2014 and the Minsk II agreement in 2015. These agreements aimed to establish a ceasefire, withdraw heavy weapons from the frontline, and pave the way for a peaceful resolution. However, the implementation of these agreements has been inconsistent, with frequent violations from both sides, leading to ongoing hostilities.

International Response: The international community, including the United States, the European Union, and NATO, has condemned Russia's actions in Crimea and its support for the separatists in eastern Ukraine. Economic sanctions have been imposed on Russia in response to its annexation of Crimea and its involvement in the Donbas conflict. Diplomatic efforts to find a resolution have been ongoing through the Normandy Format talks, involving Ukraine, Russia, Germany, and France.

Humanitarian Impact: The war has had severe humanitarian consequences, including thousands of deaths, a large number of internally displaced persons (IDPs), and extensive damage to infrastructure and property in the affected regions. There have been numerous reports of human rights abuses and war crimes committed by both sides during the conflict. Manish2354 (talk) 07:09, 23 July 2023 (UTC)