Russian government's invasion on Ukraine
Definition
The Russian government's invasion on Ukraine refers to the military intervention by Russia in Ukraine, which began in 2014. It involves the annexation of Crimea and ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine.
Analogy
Imagine a bully forcefully taking over someone else's lunchbox at school, claiming it as their own and causing a fight between them and the rightful owner.
Related terms
Annexation: The act of forcibly acquiring territory or incorporating it into an existing country.
Proxy War: A conflict where two opposing powers support different sides without directly engaging in combat themselves.
Sovereignty: The authority of a state to govern itself independently without interference from other states.
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