Russia and Ukraine are not the same.
Languages, traditions, tables and weddings compared with respect, and an honest look at how the war affects dating today.
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- Russia and Ukraine are not the same
A side-by-side comparison of history, identity, language, daily life and values, written to avoid assumptions.
- Languages, names and identity
Russian, Ukrainian and bilingual speakers: how to address someone, which letters differ and what not to assume.
- Holidays and the table
Two calendars, two sets of celebrations, and the dishes that appear on both sides of the border.
- Weddings and family customs
Bread and salt, ransom games, towels and toasts: how weddings are traditionally celebrated, and what is changing.
- Dating during the war
A factual, neutral look at how the war affects contact, travel and trust, with official sources and dates.
- Ukrainian women: stereotypes and first dates
An older article from this site, kept and revised.
At a glance
Two neighbouring countries, two different identities. Here is the shortest possible version of what the guides explain.
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