I can't figure out exactly why Russia invaded Ukraine, but I don't think it's capitalism. The oligarchs certainly didn't appreciate it very much now. My guess is it was for some misguided desire for legacy?

[–] Cowbee@lemmy.ml -2 points 5 days ago (24 children)

They've openly stated that it's to demillitarize Ukraine as a consequence of NATO encirclement around Russia. Russia was rejected from NATO membership 2 decades ago on account of it turning ultranationalist and regaining the industry sold to the West after the dissolution of the Soviet State, so NATO has been pressing around Russia to force them to capitulate and open up again.

Do you believe this is wrong, and if so, why do you think so many Russians are going along with it?

[–] amon@lemmy.world 4 points 3 days ago

Hi tankie

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