Things looked good in early 1990s reform of Soviet Union, but now the breakup of USSR has lead to backsliding; especially in Russia itself..

Things looked hopeful in the early 1990s as the Soviet Union was reforming and opening up to more human rights, freedom of speech and innovation.

I think the Soviet Union may have broken up into independent republics too quickly, however. Since then, things have been shaky and especially Russia, itself, has turned more toward a form of fascism. Russia is seeking to reconquer former Soviet republics, such as Ukraine. This has lead to a brutal war that has turned to stalemate.

Now Trump Administration, in USA, is changing course seeking an end to the war between Russia and Ukraine, possibly at any cost. This potentially a form of peace without justice.

We'll see how this turns out. Hopefully still a lot of unknowns as to what the long term situation will bring.