title: Geopolitical Aspects of the Conflict over Crimea
abstract: The Russian–Ukrainian conflict over Crimea attracted ample international attention. This paper explains its history, demographic, legal, political, and military strategic background; explains its similarities and differences with other “frozen” conflicts on the periphery of the former Soviet Union; defines the roles of the three main parties directly involved in the Crimean conflict; examines its linkage with secession attempts in eastern and southern Ukraine; considers the wider international r
journal: Journal of Conflict and Integration