For centuries, Russia's geography has dictated its military strategies, forcing the nation to expand outward to protect its vast, exposed frontiers. With no natural borders like mountains or oceans, Russia has relentlessly pursued territorial gains to shield itself from invasion. But Ukraine, a critical buffer for centuries, has forged a national identity and refuses to be Russia’s pawn any longer. Join Peter Zeihan as he explores how geography shapes Russia’s ambitions and why Ukraine is fighting to break free from Moscow’s grasp in this critical turning point of the conflict.
