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Russia's Invasion of Ukraine: Timeline of Events

Russia's Invasion of Ukraine: Timeline of Events

Presented by Dr. David K. Ewen, Enterprise College


The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been a devastating conflict that has impacted millions of people on multiple fronts. This ongoing war began on February 24, 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine, resulting in accusations of war crimes and crimes against humanity. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has even opened an investigation into these allegations.

The effects of this invasion have been felt most acutely by the people of Ukraine, with a humanitarian crisis unfolding as millions of individuals have been forced to flee their homes. The United Nations estimates that over 10 million people have been displaced since the start of the war, with over 3 million fleeing the country altogether. However, the invasion has also had a far-reaching impact on the global economy, with energy prices skyrocketing and supply chains disrupted. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the war could have a "severe impact" on the global economy. This conflict is not a new development, but rather the latest escalation in the Russo-Ukrainian War that began in 2014 with the Ukrainian Revolution of Dignity. Russia responded by annexing the Crimean Peninsula and supporting pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine. The invasion of Ukraine is the largest military conflict in Europe since World War II, and its outcome could have significant ramifications on the post-Cold War order. It is a test of the international community's commitment to upholding the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, and it has the potential to redraw the map of Europe. Numerous key events have taken place since the invasion began, including the imposition of sanctions by the European Union and the United States, a ban on Russian oil imports, and the withdrawal of Russian forces from Kyiv and Chernihiv. However, the conflict continues, with Russia intensifying its attacks on Ukrainian cities and seizing control of key areas. As the war rages on, the United States and its allies have pledged to support Ukraine and have provided significant military aid. It remains to be seen how this conflict will ultimately be resolved, but the stakes are high, and the world is watching.

The following are some of the key events that have taken place since the invasion began: February 24, 2022: Russia launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. February 25, 2022: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declares martial law and orders a general mobilization. February 26, 2022: The United Nations Security Council votes to condemn the Russian invasion, but Russia vetoes the resolution. February 27, 2022: The European Union and the United States impose sanctions on Russia. March 1, 2022: The United States and its allies announce a ban on Russian oil imports. March 8, 2022: Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Mariupol. March 9, 2022: The United Nations estimates that over 2 million people have fled Ukraine since the start of the war. March 16, 2022: The International Criminal Court (ICC) opens an investigation into possible war crimes committed in Ukraine. April 8, 2022: Russia withdraws its forces from Kyiv and Chernihiv, but intensifies its attacks in the east and south of Ukraine. April 13, 2022: The United States and its allies announce an additional $800 million in military aid to Ukraine. April 18, 2022: The United Nations estimates that over 4 million people have fled Ukraine since the start of the war. April 21, 2022: Russia seizes control of the city of Mariupol after a months-long siege. April 28, 2022: The United States and its allies announce a new round of sanctions on Russia, targeting its defense industry and financial institutions. May 9, 2022: Russia celebrates Victory Day, marking the end of World War II. President Vladimir Putin uses the occasion to justify the invasion of Ukraine, claiming that it is necessary to "demilitarize and denazify" the country. May 10, 2022: The United States and its allies announce an additional $40 billion in military aid to Ukraine. May 18, 2022: Russia intensifies its attacks in the east of Ukraine, in an effort to capture the Donbas region. May 24, 2023: The United Nations estimates that over 8 million people have fled Ukraine since the start of the war.

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