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.

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.