Concerned about the war Ukraine? You're not alone. Historian Yuval Noah Harari provides important context on the Russian invasion, including Ukraine's long history of resistance, the specter of nuclear war and his view of why, even if Putin wins all the military battles, he's already lost the war. (This conversation, hosted by TED global curator Bruno Giussani, was part of a TED Membership event on March 1, 2022. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)

Yuval Noah Harari: The war in Ukraine could change everything

The war in Ukraine could change everything

Ukraine's fierce independence and historical resistance, not new but centuries old, underscore its national identity and valor.

Putin's war fantasy shattered by Ukraine's unwavering defense. Tanks met not with flowers but Molotov cocktails, a symbol of defiance.

Amid global unease, the Ukrainian crisis prompts a stark reminder: the fragility of peace and the imperative for immediate resolution.