Ukraine got caught up in the battle between globalism and sovereignty. I published a subsequent two-part article that explains the forces behind globalism. I hope this article answers your question.

Part 1

https://asiatimes.com/2022/10/the-world-at-a-turning-point/

Part 2

https://asiatimes.com/2022/10/europe-united-on-road-to-its-own-decline/