Simple Evolution

#32 - Russia and Ukraine: a complicated history


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History tends to repeat in cycles. There are highs and lows, but one thing remains persistent, conflict. Eastern Europe is one region with a complicated history where certain autonomous countries today were once part of the vast Soviet Union. Following the collapse in 1991, the redrawing of borders led to Ukraine and Russia becoming bordering countries. Although close geographically, the two nations have different ideologies and global identities. For those living in eastern Ukraine, the threat of Russian invasion remains a possibility. 


In this episode we discuss the false-flag operation in eastern Ukraine and the possibility of Russian forces moving west. When tensions escalate, meaningful discussions may hold solutions. There is a lot to dissect in this one! We hope you enjoy. 

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Simple EvolutionBy Brandon Haefling, Eliot Heiss