In a stunning revelation, ex-President Viktor Yanukovych warned that Ukraine joining NATO would have triggered civil war. Calling it a "disaster," he said the move would have torn the nation apart from within. His remarks echo long-standing Russian warnings, as Moscow continues to blame NATO expansion for igniting the current conflict. With peace talks stalled, Yanukovych’s words reignite the debate over Ukraine’s future—neutral ground or geopolitical flashpoint?#ukraine #yanukovych #nato #russia #civilwar #geopolitics #kremlin #europe #conflict #diplomacy