Synopsis
Amongst political turmoil ahead of the 2010 elections, Russian-backed Viktor Yanukovych made a come-back, and was elected as President of Ukraine. In a perceived reversal of policy, Yanukovych didn't sign an agreement with the European Union, in favour of greater ties with Russia. This Newsnight report from February 2014 shows how ongoing protests against this decision turned violent, with clashes between police and protesters, in what was later dubbed the 'Maidan Revolution'. Contains some disturbing scenes.
Weaponising Ukrainian grain exports | Newsnight
Executive Vice President of the European Commission Valdis Dombrovkis explains why he thinks Russia is weaponising Ukrainian grain exports and what the EU plans to do about it.
Ukraine Crisis 2022 | Ukraine and Belarus: Uneasy Borders
In February 2022, Russian troops are gathering along Ukrainian borders, and long-standing tensions appear to be growing into an immediate threat. Contains some disturbing scenes.