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Where Does Eastern Europe Begin And End?
Where Does Eastern Europe Begin And End?
Key Takeaways
There is no single definition of Eastern Europe. Its borders vary depending on historical, political, and cultural context.
Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus are almost always included, forming the region’s “core.”
The eastern boundary is widely agreed upon, but the western edge shifts significantly across definitions.
The maps below use data from various organizations to highlight interpretations of Eastern Europe’s geographical extent.
At a glance, the visualizations - via Visual Capitalist - show a tight core centered on Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus, with boundaries stretching eastward into...
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