Booklet 2 - Russia - Ukraine War Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
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Soft or Hard Power
A
Hard Power
2
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Background of Conflict
A
- In the 1990s, The Soviet Union collapsed and Ukraine gained independence
- Ukraine remained heavily pro-Russia with close ties and lots of citizens from Russia
- In 2014, Ukraine aimed to create closer relations with the EU and move away from Russia. In response Russia annexed Crimea
- Armed conflict continued in Eastern Ukraine until February 24th 2022, when Putin launched a full invasion into Ukraine
3
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Impacts of the Invasion
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- In 2022, Ukraines GDP dropped by 30% as conflict affected the trade industry and agriculture
- 40,000 military and 10,000 civilians killed
- 8 million Ukrainian refugees ave emigrated to mostly European countries
4
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Sanctions on Russia
A
- Apple stopped selling products in Russia, including services such as Apple Pay
- VISA and Mastercard suspended their operations in Russia, preventing Russian banks from using their services
- EU banned the sale of aircraft and spare products to Russia
5
Q
Impact on Wheat Industry
A
Prior to the war, Ukraine supplied 10% of global wheat, after the invasion prices rose by 60%
6
Q
Impact on Gas Industry
A
Russia supplied 40% of the EU’s gas, supplying Germany with over half
7
Q
TNC reaction
A
McDonald’s closed all 850 stores in Russia in 2022
8
Q
Number of Aircraft comparison
A
Russia - 4,200
Ukraine - 321
9
Q
UK Aid
A
$2.3 Billion of military aid including ammunition, anti-tank missiles, vehicles, artillery systems
