Unfinished Empire
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Unfinished Empire

Russian Imperialism in Ukraine and the Near Abroad

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Unfinished Empire

Russian Imperialism in Ukraine and the Near Abroad

About this book

For centuries, Russian imperialism has shaped the fate of its neighbours, from the tsarist conquests to Soviet domination and today's relentless aggression. This book exposes the Kremlin's enduring ambition to control its periphery, dismantling the myths used to justify its actions – from claims of shared history to the weaponization of security and culture. It reveals how Russia has sought to subordinate neighbouring states, and how these nations have resisted, asserting their sovereignty in defiance of Moscow's pressure.

In this incisive and compelling analysis of Russia's enduring imperial mindset, Donnacha Ó Beacháin sheds critical light on how history, politics and power continue to collide in Ukraine and beyond, and why breaking the cycle of domination is vital for global security. It is essential reading for grasping the complexities of the current geopolitical crisis.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title Page
  4. Dedication
  5. Table of Contents
  6. Preface
  7. Acknowledgements
  8. 1 Introduction
  9. 2 Russian imperialism: waves of expansion
  10. 3 Post-Soviet Russia: a diminished but unrepentant empire
  11. 4 The first invasion of Ukraine
  12. 5 Russia’s full-scale invasion and Ukraine’s response
  13. 6 The battle for Belarus
  14. 7 Moldova’s drift towards Europe
  15. 8 Retreat from the Caucasus
  16. 9 Neocolonialism in Central Asia
  17. 10 End of empire?
  18. Chronology
  19. Notes
  20. Primary sources
  21. References
  22. Index