This article examines the impact of historical and ongoing Russian cultural suppression on the development of Ukrainian national identity and the current level of national unity. It analyzes how policies and practices aimed at diminishing Ukrainian language, culture, and historical narratives have shaped Ukrainian society and contributed to its resilience in the face of external aggression. The study draws on historical accounts, sociological research, and political analysis to explore the complex interplay between cultural suppression, identity formation, and national cohesion in Ukraine.

Russian cultural suppression, Ukrainian identity, national cohesion

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