Strionova I.V. Euromaidan:

Abstract: The transformation processes that are taking place in Ukraine cause disagreement and unrest among the global community. The problem of the Ukrainian political crisis is a hot topic of discussion today. The subject of this research is the phenomenon of Euromaidan in its essence. Polar views in scientific discourse concerning Ukrainian Maidan in 2013–2014-s often result in heated debates. On the one hand, Euromaidan is described as a "Revolution of Dignity" that won due to the efforts of the masses in the struggle against the dictatorial regime of V. F. Yanukovich; on the other hand – as a political coup. The purpose of this work is to determine what political changes occurred in Ukraine in November-February in 2013–2014.The methodological basis of this study comprises the analytical, dialectical, logical, system, structural-functional, comparative approaches to the problem. After studying the key moments of Euromaidan the author analyzes and interprets the revolutionary events in Ukraine. The study concluded that Euromaidan is essentially a well-organized "revolutionary" coup d'etat that took place with the active participation of the masses, which in fact have been used as an instrument to overthrow the legitimate political power.

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