How Russia's grab of Crimea 10 years ago led to war with Ukraine and rising tensions with the West
Putin aims to extend territorial gains in Ukraine amidst escalating tensions and military superiority confidence.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
A decade after seizing Crimea in 2014, President Vladimir Putin is now aiming to extend his territorial gains in Ukraine even further. With tensions escalating and Putin’s confidence growing in Russia’s military superiority, there are talks within his inner circle about capturing Kyiv and controlling Ukraine’s access to the Black Sea. The conflict, marked by warfare since 2022, reflects a struggle between Moscow and the West as Putin reinforces his dedication to protecting Russian interests. While Western support for Ukraine has dwindled, analysts warn of critical times ahead as the situation in Ukraine remains precarious. The article highlights the ongoing stalemate between Russian and Ukrainian forces, with diverging opinions on Moscow’s ambitions in Ukraine and the potential for protracted conflict into the foreseeable future.