BLUF
Russia’s attempt to retain Ukrainian territory challenges a long-standing global norm—rejecting land seizure after war—and risks weakening international stability if territorial conquest becomes acceptable again. The UN Charter prohibits forceful territorial acquisition.Learning Outcomes
- Strategic Awareness: The article explains how Russia’s actions undermine post-war norms that prohibit territorial conquest, highlighting risks to long-term global stability.
- Communication & Cognition: It reinforces the importance of challenging misleading narratives that normalise land seizures, strengthening critical understanding of international law and diplomacy.
