Ukraine’s tragedy is everyone’s tragedy

... primarily, in material terms — while popular support for the move is less than evident. In essence, a repetition of the Crimean scenario is possible, but unlikely. The most likely outcome is far-reaching regional autonomy, perhaps in the context ... ... Ukraine will suffer. Europe will suffer, because instability, unpredictability and authoritarianism in its neighbourhood make cooperation impossible. Some of the EU’s Eastern member states, notably the Baltics, perceive Russian meddling in, and control ...