Abstract
This qualitative study endeavours to examine the struggle that lies behind the rise of NATO and the EU, the Russian-Ukrainian War, the hybrid posture taken by the European Union, and both of these. After World War II, the United States and the Soviet Union engaged in what is known as a "cold war." Throughout the duration of the Cold War, the world was subdivided into communist and capitalist zones; however, with the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, a number of countries, including Ukraine, were granted their independence. The conflict that has broken out between Russia and Ukraine may be broken down into two categories: A territorial conflict exists between Russia and Ukraine, and (B) Moscow considers Ukraine to be a significant strategic asset. According to the results of this study, Moscow is opposed to the expansion of both the European Union and NATO, which includes membership for Ukraine. If Ukraine were to join NATO, Russia maintains that this would turn the country into a battleground between the United States and Russia. In addition to providing assistance to Ukraine and increasing sanctions against Russia, the European Union also has the goal of bolstering commercial activity. This is due to the fact that, should any state decide to join the EU, there will be only one market and one trading system available. According to the findings of the research, Russia should approach the conflict with Ukraine with tact in order to avoid creating a rift within the country and instead use the situation as an opportunity to strengthen national cohesion.