1994 Budapest Memorandum gave the independence of Ukraine in exchange that Ukraine give up its nuclear weapons which had the third largest at time.
The current conflict can be described an over-arching escalation of Russia's reclamation of its old past and glory.
For centuries Ukraine was historically part of Russia and it was where Kievan Rus largely dominated.
I would blame the international policy position on Ukraine and US foreign policy as the root causes for this conflict to escalate.
He was an ex-CoA member for quite some time before he left to join different alliances. He was a great wonderful person.
Any conversation there was, he would chime in and talk.
I am shocked and saddened to hear about this and my condolences to his family.
An Unbelievable ride for you all, enjoy the retirement. I hope the best all of you.
So who's going to pay the tab now?
Mikey or Squeege
Otherwise this will happen below.