Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last week has shocked the world. As Ukrainians fight the war on the ground, the US and Europe have rushed to defend Ukraine with words, weapons and sanctions.

But what does Vladimir Putin want? And will sanctions deter him from his goal?

Join CAGE Director Mirko Draca in conversation with Cold War expert Professor Mark Harrison, to delve into the complex history of Russia and Ukraine and make sense of the current conflict.

This event will be livestreamed on the CAGE YouTube Channel here

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