In the largest conventional attack since World War II, Russian troops invaded Ukraine on February 24 of this year as Western nations, alongside Korea and Japan, scrambled to suffocate Putin’s fragile economy through economic sanctions and other punitive measures. ;xNLx;;xNLx;This timeline documents the major events that have shaped the crisis at hand, from dozens of political misfires to unsuccessful pacts that both countries have failed to uphold. Hovering over each box will allow you to learn more about the context of the event/period, as well as the main actors involved. In order to navigate the timeline, use the gray slider on the bottom of the screen; for a 2D version of the timeline, click on the bottom left button. Clicking on the “Find Out More” button in each story redirects you to the source of the information and provides a more detailed account of the event.;xNLx;;xNLx;-------------------------------------------------;xNLx;;xNLx;Feel free to reach out at 24changs@asij.ac.jp about questions regarding the timeline or the current situation in eastern Europe!;xNLx;;xNLx;Photo Credit: Sky News
To much public dismay, Yanukovych backs down on an Association Agreement with the EU.
Following mass protests in the nation’s capital, Kyiv, President Yanukovych flees the nation.
After years of tension and bitterness, Russian forces invade Crimea.
As a direct result of its actions in Crimea, world leaders kick Russia out of the G8.
Part of the broader, ongoing war in Ukraine, the War in Donbas is a conflict in Donetsk and Luhansk—both disputed territories.
Following a referendum in the Donetsk and Luhansk provinces of Ukraine, the two regions declared independence.
A Malaysia Airlines flight is shot down with a Russian missile on disputed territory.
Primarily intended to slow Russia-backed separatists from obtaining weapons, the EU and U.S. impose harsh sanctions.
NATO officials confirm sightings of Russian tanks, cannons, and soldiers entering Ukraine.
Yanukovych’s successor, President Poroshenko, warns that Ukraine is in “grave danger” and urges Russia to comply with the failed Minsk ceasefire established a few months ago.
