Ukraine became independent from Russia in 1991, becoming the second-largest European country. Then, the Budapest Memorandum was signed in 1994. This document followed the agreement that Ukraine would transfer its nuclear weapons from the Cold War to the Russian Federation. Ukraine, the US, and Russia signed honoring Ukraine’s sovereignty and territory. More recently, Ukraine was…Continue Reading What’s going on in Ukraine and should the U.S. help?
Parallels of the Past
“You’ve got ten minutes. They’re going to kill you, your wife, and your son in the woods” “Wait, when are we coming back?” the little boy asked. “Soon! Soon! Run! Run!” his parents shouted. But little did the boy know, they were never coming back. This was the story of author Ruta Sepetys’ family history….Continue Reading Parallels of the Past