Clans of Ukraine: Analyzing Links Between Key Groups of the Ukrainian Oligarchy and European and U.S. Families and Institutions
- Research
- January 17, 2024
Various narrations and interpretations have characterized the conflict in Ukraine. While some view it as a proxy war involving NATO and Russia, solely labeling the conflict in this way oversimplifies its complexities and overlooks the economic interests that have fueled the conflict.
READ MOREThe European war machine received a fresh impetus after the launch of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The war, its continuation and rumors of escalation are fueling militarization programs, significant increase in the defense fund and national spending, Strategic Compass, promotion of the defense industry’s investment appeal and its blatant greenwashing. Public policy, commerce and illegal arms trafficking, close-knit with non-transparent lobbying mechanisms, set the trajectory for the entire European economy, which is already experiencing rising imbalances.
READ MOREZelenskyy has certainly developed a predictable tactic. As soon as his ratings hit zero, he instantly switches to various anti-coup measures. One of these is a Maidan coup which Russia would presumably organize. Amid such declarations, anything goes – from arresting undesirables to raising money to maintain ratings. Incidentally, two years ago, Zelenskyy declared that Russia was preparing a Maidan and a coup d’état with the participation of oligarch Rinat Akhmetov. At the time, it was a perfect pretext to eliminate undesirables.
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