Russia's War Against Ukraine
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Fyodor Lukyanov: Vladimir Putin faces dilemma over Ukraine of empire or nation-state
The crash of the Malaysian Airlines liner in eastern Ukraine marks a crossroads in post-Soviet development. The choice between two models of statebuilding - the "empire" or "great power" versus the "nation-state" - has long been a topic of discussion in Russia, but it was foremost an argument for intellectuals. Now a practical answer is need.