Ukraine's Story (Part 9): Independence

On the ninth part of the Ukraine's Story series, we will see how in the 1990s, Ukraine emerged from the shadows of the Soviet Union to reclaim its independence. The pivotal moment came on 24 August 1991, when the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, declared the country's independence following the failed coup attempt in Moscow. This declaration marked the end of decades of Soviet rule, allowing Ukraine to forge its own path as a sovereign nation. The 1990s were a period of profound transformation and nation-building for Ukraine, characterised by the establishment of democratic institutions, economic reforms, and the cultivation of a unique national identity after years under the Soviet umbrella. It wasn't all plain sailing though... at all.

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