The dying nationalist fantasy of an ethnically pure Ukraine

The article delves into the controversial legacy of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) and its UPA wing, highlighting their historical role in ethnic cleansing to achieve a vision of an ethnically pure Ukraine. This nationalist ideology has persisted and influenced Ukraine's contemporary conflict with Russia, particularly since 2014. The piece underscores the dangerous implications of this ideology, suggesting it risks further ethnic tensions and undermines broader international efforts for peace and reconciliation in the region.