Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine

Provoked critically examines the origins and progression of the conflict in Ukraine, arguing that US and NATO expansion and interventions since the end of the Cold War significantly provoked Russia and contributed to the current crisis. The author contends that broken promises regarding NATO expansion, coupled with US involvement in regime change in the region and support for nationalist factions in Ukraine, fueled Russian insecurity and ultimately led to military action. Furthermore, the text explores the Russiagate controversy and Biden administration policies, suggesting a consistent pattern of aggressive Western actions that exacerbated tensions and undermined potential diplomatic resolutions.