Tag #Ukrainian Resistance

How does the death of Sergo Gornakachvili, a Ukrainian soldier of Chechen descent, fighting in Ukraine, illustrate the interconnectedness of post-Soviet conflicts?

Sergo Gornakachvili, a 36-year-old man born in Ukraine to a Kist father and Ukrainian mother, died fighting in the Ukrainian army in May 2024. His death highlights the interconnectedness of conflicts stemming from the collapse of the Soviet Union, linking the Chechen Wars to the current war in Ukraine. Gornakachvili's journey reflects the complex geopolitical landscape and personal sacrifices involved.