Published Mar 4, 2024
Serhii Plokhy: History of Ukraine, Russia, Soviet Union, KGB, Nazis & War | Lex Fridman Podcast #415
Ukrainian historian Serhii Plokhy delves into the complexities behind the Soviet Union's collapse, the shaping of Ukrainian and Russian identities through historical figures, and the roots of the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, offering crucial insights into the geopolitical shifts and enduring legacies influencing current tensions.
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