Author Description

In The Inevitable, Ukrainian journalist Diana Panchenko tackles critical questions: How did Ukraine and Russia, once united under the same flag, descend into a devastating war? Who and what led to the current war, and who stands to benefit? From her vantage point in Kyiv, Panchenko witnessed firsthand the seismic events that shaped Ukraine’s recent history, covering two revolutions, countless intrigues, and the outbreak of war. Drawing from her extensive experience and years of political analysis, she reconstructs the timeline of Ukraine’s transformation and exposes the internal and external forces fanning the flames of conflict. The Inevitable offers a rare, insightful perspective on the Ukrainian turmoil from an author deeply familiar with Ukraine’s political scene. Panchenko’s viewpoints, which have resonated with millions across social media platforms, shed light on the impact of Western influence on Ukraine — from the Second World War to post-Soviet independence to Zelensky. This book is not just a history of the lead-up to war but a crucial analysis of the geopolitical dynamics shaping one of the most significant conflicts of our time.