BETWEEN THE EPICENTRE AND THE SHOCKWAVE OF THE UKRAINIAN CRISIS
BETWEEN THE EPICENTRE AND THE SHOCKWAVE OF THE UKRAINIAN CRISIS

Summary/Abstract: The current political and military situation in Ukraine may be interpreted as the beginning of a new type of war, “the multidimensional war”. Many analysts consider that the “hybrid war” waged by Russia troubles the Eastern Europe and tests the coherency of both NATO and the European Union in acting together to protect their own rights and/or that of a partner state. Deeply rooted in history, with a controversial leader and relying on a reformed military system, Russia seems to redefine its position and question the Western policy towards Ukraine, where a significant Russian population lives. The annexation of Crimea and the concern for consequences have determined NATO and the European Union to react based on different strategies. Situated in the immediate vicinity of the conflict area, Romania, as a NATO and EU member, is still exposed to several risks that need to be wisely dealt with.

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