Mongolia’s former president mocks Putin with a map showing how big the Mongol empire used to be, and how small Russia was
Mongolia’s former president, Tsakhia Elbegdorj, recently took a bold stance against Russian President Vladimir Putin’s historical justifications for the invasion of Ukraine. In a show of mockery, Elbegdorj shared maps showcasing the vastness of the Mongol Empire compared to the relatively small size of Russia in the 15th century.
The Mongol Empire, known as the largest empire in the world, once controlled a significant portion of Eurasia, including parts of what is now Russia and Ukraine. This historical fact serves as a reminder that Russia’s claims over Ukraine based on historical borders hold little ground.
As a peaceful and free nation, Mongolia presents a compelling counterargument to Putin’s rhetoric.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker