Ukraine is a unitary state and its system of government is a semi-presidential republic. Ukraine has a transition economy and has the lowest nominal GDP per capita in Europe as of 2024.

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Feb 13, 2026 · Ukraine is the largest country by area in Europe, if Russia is excluded. On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, leading to a prolonged conflict.

In this episode of Off the Record, host Natalka Cmoc speaks with former Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk about the future of Ukraine, the war with Russia, and what victory truly means.