Russia and Ukraine: A Cycle of Violence in the Skies The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been marked by a cycle of violence that persists despite diplomatic efforts to bring about a lasting ceasefire.
The inability of either side to gain a decisive advantage in aerial combat has led to air attacks becoming an increasingly common feature of the conflict.
Understanding the Cycle of Violence The roots of the current cycle of violence date back to Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 and the subsequent outbreak of fighting in eastern Ukraine.