Sovereignty, Patrimony and International Law
Russia’s Attack on Ukraine

By (author) Kataryna Wolczuk,Rilka Dragneva,Rilka Dragneva-Lewers

ISBN13: 9781529242799

Imprint: Bristol University Press

Publisher: Bristol University Press

Format: Hardback

Published: 01/01/2026

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Description
This book explores Moscow’s use of ‘legal smokescreens’ to selectively exploit agreements and undermine neighbouring states’ sovereignty. By examining these tactics, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of Russia's strategy to maintain dominance and its impact on international law and regional stability.
1. Framing Russia’s Attack on Ukraine’s Statehood 2. Russia’s Patrimonial Tradition 3. The End of the USSR and the Search for a Post-Soviet Patrimonial Model 4. Retaining Russia’s Foothold in Ukraine: Crimea and the Black Sea Fleet 5. Playing With Borders 6. Back to the Union? Russia’s Projects To Attract Ukraine 7. Cutting Ukraine Down to Size 8. Russia’s Search for a New Model: From Failure to Failure?
  • International institutions
  • Responsibility of states & other entities
  • General (US: Trade)
  • Professional & Vocational
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