Vzroki za vojno v Ukrajini, kot jih vidi umetna inteligenca

Načeloma seveda velja, da umetna inteligenca daje odgovore na podlagi podatkov, ki jih ima na voljo. Torej na osnovi podatkov, na katerih je natrenirana in do katerih ima dostop. Nekateri špekulirajo, da imajo zato ameriški boti bolj pro-zahodne “poglede”, kitajski pa bodo imeli bolj uravnotežene “poglede”. No, če obema glavnima protagonistoma med boti umetne inteligence (ameriški OpenAI GPT-4o in kitajski DeepSeek) zastavite vprašanje “What are the causes of the war in Ukraine?” in zahtevate povzetek v 500 besedah, dobite zelo podobne odgovore. Oba sta korektno povzela zgodovinske razloge, ekspanzijo Nata v Ukrajino in geopolitično tekomovanje med Rusijo in ZDA, konflikte v vzhodni Ukrajini, Euromaidan in kasnejšo rusko aneksacijo Krima.

Razlike so v niansah odgovorov. Večja razlika je morda zgolj v tem, da OpenAI GPT čisto na koncu omenja še rusko “full scale” invazijo iz leta 2022, ki naj bi jo “vodili strateški cilji preprečiti integracijo Ukrajine z zahodnimi obrambnimi strukturami in ponovno uveljaviti prevlado v regiji“. Medtem ko DeepSeek čisto na koncu omenja, da so biladiplomatska prizadevanja za rešitev spora, kot so dogovori iz Minska in pogajanja med Rusijo in Zahodom, večkrat neuspešna. Ruske zahteve po varnostnih jamstvih in ukrajinsko vztrajanje pri suverenosti pa so se izkazale za nezdružljive.

Sklep obeh botov pa je skorajda identičen v prvem stavku:

  • OpenAI GPT: “In summary, the war in Ukraine is the result of a complex interplay of historical ties, geopolitical ambitions, national identity struggles, and failed diplomatic efforts.
  • DeepSeek: “In summary, the war in Ukraine is the result of historical ties, geopolitical competition, and failed diplomacy.

Torej, ameriška in kitajska umetna inteligenca sta zelo poenoteni glede multiplih vzrokov za začetek vojne v Ukrajini in upoštevata zgodovinski in geopolitični kontekst ter ekspanzijo Nata na vzhod, kar je v popolnem nasprotju, kako zahodni mainstream mediji ponazarjajo vojno v Ukrajini in vzroke zanjo. Ne spomnim se, da bi v katerem velikem zahodnem mediju videl tako uravnotežen prikaz vzrokov za vojno v Ukrajini, kot jo podaja ameriški OpenAI GPT. Za kitajske medije ne morem reči, ker jih seveda ne spremljam.

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DeepSeek o vzrokih vojne v Ukrajini:

The war in Ukraine, which escalated significantly with Russia’s full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022, has deep historical, political, and geopolitical roots. Below is a 500-word summary of its key causes:


1. Historical Context

Ukraine and Russia share a complex history dating back centuries. Ukraine was part of the Soviet Union until its dissolution in 1991, when it gained independence. However, Russia has long viewed Ukraine as within its sphere of influence, often referring to it as “Little Russia.” Many Russians, including President Vladimir Putin, see Ukraine as culturally and historically inseparable from Russia. This perspective has fueled tensions, especially as Ukraine has sought closer ties with the West.


2. NATO Expansion

One of the primary triggers of the conflict is Ukraine’s desire to join NATO, the Western military alliance. Russia perceives NATO’s eastward expansion as a direct threat to its security. Since the end of the Cold War, NATO has incorporated several former Soviet states, such as Poland, Estonia, and Latvia. Ukraine’s potential membership would bring NATO forces to Russia’s doorstep, which Moscow views as unacceptable. Russia has repeatedly demanded guarantees that Ukraine would never join NATO, but these demands have been rejected by the West.


3. Euromaidan Revolution and Annexation of Crimea

In 2013-2014, Ukraine’s pro-Russian president, Viktor Yanukovych, rejected an association agreement with the European Union, sparking mass protests known as the Euromaidan Revolution. Yanukovych was ousted, and a pro-Western government took power. Russia viewed this as a Western-backed coup and responded by annexing Crimea in March 2014, citing the protection of ethnic Russians and its strategic interests in the Black Sea. This move was widely condemned internationally but solidified Russian control over the region.


4. Conflict in Eastern Ukraine

Following the annexation of Crimea, pro-Russian separatists in Ukraine’s Donetsk and Luhansk regions declared independence, leading to a war between Ukrainian forces and Russian-backed militias. The conflict, which began in 2014, has claimed over 14,000 lives. Russia provided military, financial, and political support to the separatists, further destabilizing the region. The Minsk agreements, aimed at resolving the conflict, failed to bring lasting peace.


5. Geopolitical Struggle

The war in Ukraine is also a proxy conflict between Russia and the West. Russia seeks to maintain its dominance in the post-Soviet space and prevent Ukraine from aligning with Western institutions like NATO and the EU. For the West, supporting Ukraine is a way to promote democracy and counter Russian aggression. This geopolitical tug-of-war has exacerbated the conflict, with both sides unwilling to compromise.


6. Energy and Economic Factors

Ukraine is a key transit country for Russian natural gas to Europe, making it strategically important for Russia’s economy. Control over Ukraine’s energy infrastructure allows Russia to exert influence over European energy markets. Additionally, Ukraine’s fertile farmland and industrial base make it economically valuable. Russia’s invasion can be seen as an attempt to secure these resources and weaken Ukraine’s ability to integrate with the West.


7. Domestic Politics in Russia

For Putin, the war is also a tool to consolidate power domestically. By portraying the conflict as a fight against Western encroachment and a defense of Russian-speaking populations, he has rallied nationalist support and diverted attention from economic problems and political dissent within Russia. The war has also been used to justify crackdowns on opposition and strengthen state control.


8. Failure of Diplomacy

Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict, such as the Minsk agreements and negotiations between Russia and the West, have repeatedly failed. Trust between the parties is minimal, and both sides have accused each other of bad faith. Russia’s demands for security guarantees and Ukraine’s insistence on sovereignty have proven irreconcilable.


In summary, the war in Ukraine is the result of historical ties, geopolitical competition, and failed diplomacy. It reflects Russia’s determination to maintain influence over its neighbors and the West’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty. The conflict has far-reaching implications for global security, energy markets, and international law.

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OpenAI GPT o vzrokih vojne v Ukrajini:

The war in Ukraine, which started with an escalation in 2014 and reached a significant flashpoint with the Russian full-scale invasion in February 2022, has complex roots involving historical, political, and strategic factors.

  1. Historical Context: Ukraine and Russia share deep historical ties, with Ukraine being part of the Russian Empire and later the Soviet Union. After the Soviet Union’s dissolution in 1991, Ukraine emerged as an independent state, which led to tensions regarding national identity, language, and cultural affiliation. The Russian government has often perceived Ukraine as falling within its sphere of influence.
  2. Post-Soviet Dynamics: Ukraine’s struggle to establish a stable political system post-independence was marked by swings between pro-European and pro-Russian leaderships. This internal division was a source of tension, as the country oscillated between closer ties with the European Union (EU) and NATO, and maintaining a relationship with Russia.
  3. Geopolitical Competition: The eastward expansion of NATO and the EU has been perceived by Russia as a threat to its regional influence. The prospect of Ukraine joining these Western institutions has been a significant point of contention. The EU’s offer of an Association Agreement with Ukraine in 2013 was a critical moment that led to political unrest in Ukraine and Russia perceiving a threat to its strategic interests.
  4. 2013-2014 Euromaidan Protests: The Ukrainian government’s decision to suspend an EU agreement in favor of stronger ties with Russia sparked massive protests, known as Euromaidan, leading to the ousting of President Yanukovych, a pro-Russian leader. This change in government was viewed by Russia as a coup backed by the West, destabilizing what Russia considered its influence sphere.
  5. Annexation of Crimea: In 2014, following the political upheaval, Russia annexed Crimea, a strategic peninsula with a majority Russian-speaking population. This move was justified by Russia as a necessary step to protect its interests and compatriots, but it was widely condemned internationally as a violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty.
  6. Conflict in Eastern Ukraine: Concurrently, pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk and Luhansk regions declared independence, leading to a prolonged conflict. Russia has been accused of supporting these separatists with military supplies and personnel.
  7. Minsk Agreements and Continued Tensions: Efforts to reach a peaceful resolution, such as the Minsk agreements, have repeatedly failed due to disagreements over autonomy and border control issues. These unresolved conflicts contributed to the constant state of tension.
  8. Full-scale Invasion in 2022: The situation escalated dramatically with a full-scale Russian invasion in February 2022, justified by Russia with claims of protecting Russian-speaking populations and demilitarizing Ukraine. This act was driven by strategic aims to prevent Ukraine’s integration with Western defense structures and reassert dominance in the region.

In summary, the war in Ukraine is the result of a complex interplay of historical ties, geopolitical ambitions, national identity struggles, and failed diplomatic efforts. This has been exacerbated by differing visions for Ukraine’s future—whether leaning towards Europe and the West or remaining within Russia’s sphere of influence—and Russia’s strategic interest in keeping Ukraine from joining NATO and the EU.

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