Fascism and genocide: Russia’s war against Ukrainians

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This book explores the February 2022 invasion of Ukraine by Russia, marking the most significant military conflict and refugee crisis in Europe since World War II, with far-reaching global consequences. Co-authored by a prominent political expert on Ukraine and a seasoned British journalist, it delves into Vladimir Putin's longstanding obsession with Ukraine, rooted in outdated nationalist myths and anti-Western sentiments that led to his miscalculations regarding Ukrainian and Western responses to his aggression against a sovereign nation. The authors analyze how Putin's errors have resulted in the decline of Russia’s influence in Eurasia, the increased presence of China in Central Asia, and the potential for regime change in Russia. Key themes include the origins of Putin’s fixation on Ukraine and the war crimes committed by his forces, the surprising defeats of Russia's military by a nation deemed fictitious by nationalists, and the grassroots Ukrainian resistance bolstered by international support. The book also discusses the deteriorating Russian-Ukrainian relations, Ukraine's pivotal role in the disintegration of Soviet and Russian empires, and the broader economic and geopolitical crises stemming from the invasion, which have reshaped alliances and created opportunities for China's ascent.