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Examining Putin: As Russia’s President Wages War on Ukraine, Revisit Our In-Depth Reporting
Explore Putin’s rise, his grievances with the West and his previous actions involving Ukraine.
March 3, 2022
Putin: Russia, the "Bear," Will Survive Economic Pain
In his annual address to the media, Vladimir Putin discussed economic headwinds, tensions with the West and why Russia is treated like a beleaguered "bear."
December 18, 2014
Putin Remains Defiant As Russian Economy Wavers
Observers were looking for any softening in Putin's stance since low oil prices and sanctions began taking a toll on the Russian economy, but the strident tone of his state-of-the-nation address suggests he may be preparing to double down on his policies.
December 4, 2014
After Separatist Elections, What's Next for Eastern Ukraine?
The breakaway eastern regions of Donetsk and Luhansk held elections this week. What comes next for the separatist regions?
November 3, 2014
Pro-Western Parties Win Big in Ukraine Elections
But the separatist-controlled eastern regions of the country did not participate.
October 28, 2014
From Kalashnikovs to Surface-to-Air Missiles in Eastern Ukraine
When FRONTLINE producer James Jones first met separatists in Eastern Ukraine they were armed with rusty Kalishnikovs. Now they're suspected of bringing down a plane.
July 18, 2014
What Comes Next in Ukraine?
This week, the Ukrainian government let a unilateral ceasefire expire and launched a major offensive in the east.
July 3, 2014
"The Hatred Is Real, and It's Pretty Chilling"
Navigating armed gunmen and wary pro-Russian supporters, filmmaker James Jones found a country divided by deep-seeded hatred.
May 27, 2014
The Putin Factor: Russia, America and the Geopolitics of Ukraine
President Obama came into office promising a "reset" in U.S.-Russia relations. Six years later, the reset, for all intents and purposes, is dead.
May 27, 2014
How Ukraine Got to the Brink
It won't be simple for Ukraine to move past its current political turmoil. At play are a mix of cultural, economic and geopolitical forces that in some cases, date back centuries.
May 27, 2014
Obama's Choices: Syria and Ukraine
Obama’s strategy is interventionism without overreach. But is he doing enough? A closer look at the president's response to the two crises — and what options he has left.
May 27, 2014
Tuesday on FRONTLINE: "Battle Zones: Ukraine & Syria"
On May 27, FRONTLINE reveals firsthand the deep-seated hatreds between right-wing Ukrainian nationalists with historic ties to the Nazis, and violent pro-Russian separatists vying for control of the country.
May 22, 2014