The Ancient Roots of Rus’: Examining the historical claims surrounding the formation of the Rus’ people and their relationship with modern-day Ukraine.
In the vast tapestry of Eastern European history, few threads are as intricately woven and hotly debated as the origins of the Rus’ people and the foundational state of Kievan Rus’. For centuries, the narrative of this powerful medieval polity has been a cornerstone for understanding the ethno-historical development of Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. Yet, … Read more