Why Former Soviet States Hate Russia Now?

Описание: Why Former Soviet States Hate Russia Now?

The relationship between Russia and the former Soviet republics has grown increasingly strained in recent years. While the reasons for this animosity are complex and vary by country, several key factors explain why many of these states now view Russia with suspicion, distrust, or outright hostility. Many former Soviet states perceive their time under Soviet rule as a period of forced Russification, suppression of national identities, and economic exploitation. The legacy of Soviet-era policies such as the drawing of arbitrary borders and the suppression of local languages and cultures continues to fuel resentment. The collapse of the USSR left behind numerous ethnic and territorial conflicts, some of which Russia has been accused of exploiting or perpetuating to maintain influence, as seen in regions like Transnistria (Moldova), South Ossetia and Abkhazia (Georgia), and eastern Ukraine. Russia’s military actions in Georgia (2008), Crimea and eastern Ukraine (2014 onward), and the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 have alarmed neighboring states. These interventions are widely viewed as attempts to reassert control over the post-Soviet space and undermine the sovereignty of former republics. Russian leaders have questioned the legitimacy of some post-Soviet states, fueling fears that other countries could face similar aggression. This has led to a surge in anti-Russian sentiment, especially in countries with Russian-speaking minorities or unresolved border issues. Thirty years after the Soviet collapse, younger generations in countries like Kazakhstan, Georgia, and Moldova increasingly see Russia as a foreign power rather than a partner. There is a growing desire to assert national identity and pursue closer ties with the West, including the European Union and NATO. While some governments maintain pragmatic relations with Moscow, public sentiment in many former Soviet states has turned sharply against Russia, especially since the invasion of Ukraine. This is reflected in political decisions, such as applying for EU membership or supporting international resolutions condemning Russian aggression.
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