Viktor Yanukovych

Black Ledger Reveals $12.7 Million in Secret Cash Payments to Trump Campaign Chair Manafort

| Importance: 10/10

On August 14, 2016, Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau revealed a secret “black ledger” documenting $12.7 million in undisclosed cash payments from Ukraine’s former pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych’s party to Paul Manafort, Donald Trump’s campaign …

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Annexation of Crimea: Putin's Strategic Asset Seizure

| Importance: 9/10

Vladimir Putin orchestrated the annexation of Crimea from Ukraine, gaining control over strategic Black Sea naval bases and significant energy resources. This action involved the deployment of unmarked Russian forces, a disputed referendum, and the subsequent integration of Crimean assets into …

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Annexation of Crimea: Putin's Strategic Asset Seizure

| Importance: 9/10

Vladimir Putin orchestrated the illegal annexation of Crimea from Ukraine, violating international law and multiple treaties. The operation involved deploying unmarked Russian special forces, conducting a disputed referendum, and subsequently integrating Crimean territories into Russian control. The …

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