What Happens in Ukraine Doesn't Stay in Ukraine: 10 global issues to watch as Russia's war unfolds

[Celerity]

https://theliberalpatriot.substack.com/p/what-happens-in-ukraine-doesnt-stay



The fog of war still lies thick in the early days of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, all the more so in an age of disinformation and troll power. But by now Vladimir Putin’s overall goal in Ukraine appears pretty clear: removal of the country’s elected government and the installation of a puppet regime loyal to Moscow.

It’s not necessarily all doom and gloom – there’s always a chance Putin might respond to the pain of economic sanctions that America and its European partners are putting together. Scores of brave Russians have risked jail and taken to the streets of major cities like St. Petersburg and Moscow to protest this war, indicating a depth of opposition to Putin and his actions. But it’s unlikely these moves will derail Putin’s determination to crush Ukrainian democracy, at least in the immediate future.

It's true that Russia lacks the economic power of either the United States or the European Union, and its excessive reliance on fossil fuel production doesn’t bode well for the country’s future prospects. Indeed, American states like Texas, New York, and California each have gross domestic products larger than Russia’s. But Putin’s willingness to run enormous risks in pursuit of his geopolitical and ideological goals gives Russia an ability to use its still considerable power to sow chaos around the world.

As the world watches and does very little to prevent the disaster unfolding in Ukraine, it’s important to monitor the spillover effects this conflict could have. Putin’s war in Ukraine will have a wide global impact – one that will persist as long as the crisis does.

Ten global issues to watch

1. Global Energy Security: ...................................

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[PortTack]

1. The world watches and does very little? Disagree

[Hoyt]

2. Good article.