People recreate their own versions of the past to grapple with the chaotic reality around them. These stories form their identities. In this process it’s crucial to match real-world circumstances as accurately as possible.
Tag: Ukraine
Back to the future? What history tells us about the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the world of the coming decades
1) Since the beginning of the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine in February 2022, both sides have referred to the enemy’s allegedly fascist nature, striving to frame the opponent’s actions as manifestations of the destructive and ruthless spirit displayed during the Second World War. In many respects, however, the war we are witnessing in … Continue reading Back to the future? What history tells us about the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the world of the coming decades
Understanding the Ukrainian crisis: a talk at the UPF Barcelona
For all Spanish speakers: Recently, I've had the honor to participate in a talk about “The Ukraine catastrophe. Russia and the West,” together with the diplomat Eugeni Bregolat, the journalist Rafael Poch, and professor Tamara Djermanovic. During the event at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barclona we discussed the keys to the conflict and the … Continue reading Understanding the Ukrainian crisis: a talk at the UPF Barcelona