Putin’s Wars: From Chechnya to Ukraine offers a comprehensive examination of Vladimir Putin’s military engagements and their profound impact on Russia, its neighbors, and the global geopolitical landscape. This book traces the trajectory of Russia’s conflicts under Putin’s leadership, beginning with the brutal wars in Chechnya, moving through the brief yet decisive Russo-Georgian War, and culminating in the ongoing and devastating war in Ukraine. The book explores key themes, including Putin’s vision of restoring Russia’s influence, the role of propaganda in shaping public opinion, and the human and economic costs of these conflicts. It highlights how these wars have shaped Russia’s domestic politics, suppressed dissent, and redefined its relationship with the West. Written for scholars, students, and general readers, Putin’s Wars provides a balanced and critical perspective on Putin’s use of military power as a tool for political survival and imperial ambition. It is an essential resource for understanding how these conflicts have shaped modern geopolitics and Russia’s evolving role in the 21st century