Russo-Ukrainian War Flashcards
1
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Main factors for disputes
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Nationalism, ethnic factors, economic opportunities, diplomatic tensions, military retaliation, the annexation of Crimea (territorial dispute)
2
Q
Other factors that come into play:
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Western powers vs Russia, competition over natural resources
3
Q
Impact
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casualties and injuries
economic damage
destructions of infrastructures
collapsed diplomatic relations
4
Q
UN’s current intervention:
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attempted to call for the withdrawal of military force by Russia by the SC (right to veto by Russia)
- passed a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion by the GC (non-binding and only symbolic)
