Why did Putin start the war in Ukraine

The user explains the reasons for the beginning of the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, referring to an analogy with Mexico and statements by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. According to the author, if violations of American citizens' rights were happening in Mexico, residents would respond with force. Similarly, he claims that in Ukraine, the situation is analogous, in his opinion, to the conflict with Russia. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko noted in an interview: "If you live next to this sleeping bear, don't wake it up! Find normal relations to coexist." The author compares Russia's actions to the policy of the 'sleeping bear,' emphasizing that the conflict is linked to ethnic and political tensions. This viewpoint represents a complete analysis of the event based on the author's personal observations.

According to various sources, the conflict began in 2014 with the annexation of Crimea and armed clashes in Donbas, and Russia's full-scale military operation in 2022 led to numerous civilian casualties and destruction.

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The war in Ukraine began in 2014 with the annexation of Crimea and conflict in the country's east, and in 2022 Russia launched a full-scale military offensive, prompting international condemnation and economic sanctions.