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Russia Ukraine War News: War Reason And Impact

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Russia-Ukraine war: A deadly conflict that shows no signs of ending The Russia and Ukraine War has entered its 460th day, with no clear end in sight. The conflict, which began in February 2014 after a popular uprising in Ukraine ousted pro-Russian president Viktor Yanukovych, has escalated into a full-scale invasion by Russia in 2022. The Russia Ukraine War has claimed tens of thousands of lives, displaced millions of people, and threatened regional and global security. Historical Background Of Russia Ukraine War The origins of the war can be traced back to the Euromaidan protests in Kyiv, which demanded closer integration with the European Union and an end to corruption. Russia, which saw Ukraine as part of its sphere of influence, opposed the pro-Western orientation of the new government and supported separatist movements in eastern and southern Ukraine. In March 2014, Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine after a disputed referendum and deployed unmarked troops and proxy forces to s