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Here's a condensed summary of that pivotal moment in Ukraine’s recent history:

**Ukraine’s Crossroads**  
Since gaining independence from the Soviet Union, Ukraine has been caught between two major powers—Russia to the east and the EU to the west. While trying to deepen ties with the EU, Ukraine aimed to maintain its relationship with Russia, leading to internal tensions.

**2014 Uprising**  
Frustration surged when the Ukrainian government hesitated to sign a long-negotiated association agreement with the EU, seen as a betrayal by many pro-European citizens—especially in western Ukraine. Public outcry turned into mass protests known as the **Euromaidan movement**.

**Escalation and Crackdown**  
Protests that began peacefully escalated after violent crackdowns by riot police. As unrest intensified, Ukrainian security forces sought support from Russia. The clashes resulted in nearly 2,000 injuries and over 100 deaths, causing morale within the Ukrainian police to fracture.

**Collapse of Government**  
On February 21, 2014, as protesters closed in, the presidential guard vanished and the president fled to Russia. His regime collapsed swiftly.

**Revolution and Hope**  
Crowds flooded Kyiv’s Maidan Square in a euphoric show of unity and triumph. Against immense odds, the **Euromaidan Revolution** led to the fall of a corrupt regime and reignited Ukraine’s push toward Europe.

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