Dekonstrukcja rosyjskich mitów historycznych jako warunek trwałego pokoju i bezpieczeństwa
Deconstruction of Russian historical myths as a condition for lasting peace and security

Summary/Abstract: The article raises the issue of the need to deconstruct the Russian historical myths with which Vladimir Putin legitimizes the war against Ukraine as a key element of lasting peace and security. It was pointed out that failure to take them into account by the international community contributed to the incorrect inter- pretation of Russia’s actions and underestimation of the role of Ukraine. For cen- turies, Russia has created an “empire of lies” that has stripped Ukraine of its history, heritage, and separate identity, and built the dominant Russian histori- cal narrative. Even after the annexation of Crimea and the invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russian myths continue to be prevalent in textbooks, books and even academic curricula in the West. If they are not deconstructed, Ukraine’s security will be at risk even after winning the war with Russia. The article indicates the need to change the perspective of the international community towards Ukraine and the need to know and understand its legacy, separate history, culture and identity. It is extremely important that research- ers, historians, experts, journalists and the active part of society work together to counter the influence of Russian historical manipulation.

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