The story so far revolves around the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, which escalated in 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea. This event led to widespread international condemnation and sanctions against Russia, while fighting broke out in eastern Ukraine between government forces and pro-Russian separatists. In 2022, the situation intensified as Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, prompting a global response. Many countries provided military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, while diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict have continued, highlighting the geopolitical tensions in the region and the impact on global security and economy.