The relationship between Russia and Ukraine has undergone many changes in history, including politics, culture and economy.
1. In the past few centuries, Ukraine has been ruled by many powerful countries, including Poland, Lithuania, Turkey and the Ottoman Empire. /kloc-At the beginning of the 9th century, the Russian Empire gradually became the main ruler of Ukraine. At that time, Ukraine was regarded as the territory of Russia, and most of the population spoke Russian as the main language. In addition, many Ukrainians are considered to be part of Russians.
2. However, at the beginning of the 20th century, Ukrainian nationalism began to rise. After the First World War, the national consciousness of the Ukrainian people gradually increased, and they began to oppose Russian rule. 19 17 years, the October Revolution broke out in Russia, the Bolshevik Revolutionary Party seized power, established the Soviet regime, and Ukraine declared independence. However, after the founding of the Soviet Union, Ukraine became a part of the Soviet Union again.
3. During the Soviet Union, there was some tension between Russia and Ukraine. For example, before and after the disintegration of the Soviet Union, there were some military conflicts and disputes between Russia and Ukraine. However, with the disintegration of the Soviet Union and Russia's independence, Russian-Ukrainian relations gradually eased and diplomatic relations and economic and trade cooperation were established.
However, in 20 14, the relationship between Russia and Ukraine deteriorated again. During this period, the territorial dispute, political opposition and economic sanctions between Russia and Ukraine have aroused widespread concern in the international community. At present, Russian-Ukrainian relations still have a tense and complicated side, which needs the joint efforts of both sides to ease.
In short, Russia-Ukraine relations are complex and changeable.