Annexation of Crimea
In February 2014, Russia annexed Crimea following a disputed referendum. This event marked the beginning of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, leading to international condemnation and sanctions against Russia.
2014
2014
War in Donbas Begins
Pro-Russian separatists in Eastern Ukraine declared independence, leading to armed conflict in the Donbas region. This war has resulted in thousands of deaths and significant displacement.
2015
Minsk Agreements
The Minsk I and II agreements were signed in an attempt to cease hostilities in the Donbas region. Despite these agreements, fighting continued intermittently.
2016
Escalation in Donbas
Despite the Minsk agreements, 2016 saw renewed fighting in the Donbas region, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
2018
Kerch Strait Incident
Russian forces captured three Ukrainian naval vessels and 24 sailors near the Kerch Strait, escalating tensions between the two countries.
2019
Election of Volodymyr Zelensky
Volodymyr Zelensky was elected President of Ukraine, promising to bring peace to the region. However, achieving a lasting resolution proved challenging.
2020
Continued Clashes
Fighting continued in the Donbas region, with sporadic clashes and ceasefire violations reported throughout the year.
2021
Russian Military Buildup
Russia began amassing troops near the Ukrainian border, raising fears of a potential large-scale invasion.
2022
Full-Scale Invasion
In February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, leading to widespread international condemnation and severe sanctions against Russia.
2022
Global Response
The international community responded with extensive economic sanctions against Russia and military aid to Ukraine, significantly impacting the global geopolitical landscape.
2023
Counteroffensive by Ukraine
Ukraine launched a counteroffensive to reclaim occupied territories, achieving varying degrees of success and further intensifying the conflict.
2023
Humanitarian Crisis
The conflict resulted in a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions of Ukrainians displaced and in need of aid.
2023
Diplomatic Efforts
Various diplomatic efforts were made to negotiate a ceasefire and a potential peace agreement, but a lasting resolution remained elusive.
2024
Ongoing Conflict
As of 2024, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, with ongoing military engagements and significant geopolitical ramifications.
2024
International Support for Ukraine
The international community continues to support Ukraine through military aid, economic assistance, and diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
