What inspired the author to focus on the recent escalation in Ukraine as a return of historical patterns?
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The Russo-Ukrainian War

The Russo-Ukrainian War
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What inspired the author to focus on the recent escalation in Ukraine as a return of historical patterns?
Did anyone else feel the detailed historical context helped make the current conflict more understandable?
How does the author view the role of Western politics in shaping the conflict's trajectory?