From History to Reality: Ukraine, Russia, and the Present War

A timely virtual program with the Alaska World Affairs Council exploring the history, political realities, and far-reaching global implications of the war in Ukraine. With the world watching closely, and just days after the high-profile Putin–Trump meeting in Alaska, this program offers a critical opportunity to understand the forces shaping one of today’s most consequential conflicts. This program is a part of the Evangeline Atwood Distinguished Speakers Series. Named after the the founder of the Alaska World Affairs Council, Evangeline Atwood, and with the generous support from The Atwood Foundation, these public programs feature world-class experts on a diverse range of topics. The Alaska World Affairs Council is a focused educational non-profit organization dedicated to stimulating interest in world affairs and inspiring its members to be involved in world events. The Council does not take a stand on current-day issues but rather provides the population a wide spectrum of viewpoints and background information through its diverse range of programs and activities. Opinions expressed in this video are solely the speaker's and do not express the views or opinions of the Council.