The following is the Thoughtfox list of English-language video-based background material on the Russia-Ukraine history (within the context of the ongoing conflict between the two nation-states). This is a select list, which is likely to see some additions in the coming days. If you wish to send us any comments or feedback on this ongoing compilation, use this online form field.

Chiefly historical

The Great War: 'How Ukraine Became Part of the USSR - The Soviet–Ukrainian War' (27:49 mins)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Gwuu7TXPwI ]

Apostolic Majesty: 'How the Ukraine became Ukraine (1187-1992):  a brief history' (1:44:17)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=necEgCnbFcw ]

History Scope:  'The Breakup of the Soviet Union Explained' (41:46)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2GmtBCVHzY ]

Chiefly current

RealLife Lore:  'Why Russia is invading Ukraine' (31:55 mins)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=If61baWF4GE ]

William Spaniel:  'The twelve causes of the Russo-Ukrainian War' (42:59)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBwT-5z9R5A ]

History Hit: 'A Brief History Of Ukraine (And Why Russia Wants To Control It)' (18:28) [ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDN-DtJMs4Y ]

TRT World: ‘Russia & Ukraine: A history of rivalry?:  (6:10)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Nr149h1w3E ]

Kings and Generals:  'Russian invasion of Ukraine' (35:50)
[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSSiPrF8GoM ] 

This list is maintained by Dr. Piyush Mathur, Research Scholar, Ronin Institute.