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Russia is related to Kyiv as the primary aggressor in the invasion of Ukraine, having attempted to militarily seize the capital city [1], [2] and aiming to impose a change of government there [3]. Additionally, the two entities are linked through ongoing geopolitical tensions and diplomatic consequences resulting from Russia's military actions against Ukrainian infrastructure [4].
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War in Ukraine | Global Conflict Tracker - Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org 2 facts
claimUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv will work with Washington to discuss consequences for Russia following attacks on energy infrastructure.
claimRussia launched a new major offensive in eastern Ukraine on April 18, 2022, following a failed attempt to seize the capital city of Kyiv.
The Geopolitics of the Russian-Ukrainian War: Implications for Africa ... eu-opensci.org 1 fact
claimRussia's military strategy in the invasion of Ukraine included the goal of annexing Kyiv, with advances made from the south (Crimea), the east (Russia), and the north (Belarus) to capture important Ukrainian cities.
Consequences of the Russia-Ukraine War and the Changing Face ... rand.org 1 fact
claimIf Russia succeeds in its initial objective for the invasion by militarily imposing a change of government in Kyiv, a clear Russian victory would call into question whether non-Western powers might be able to reshape aspects of the international system.