Not that I condone the actions particularly, but the population breakdown does make the region relevant to Russian interests
Then perhaps Putin could put pressure (which could be achieved in many ways) on Kiev for a referendum in Crimea? Rather than that power-mad, soulless, cunt-bag dipping a toe into an armed occupation bath that may well be filled with blood in coming months.
Ukraine's tortured history couldn't happen to a nicer country. Kind, generous, proud, and warm-hearted people. I've been to Kiev countless times, and Crimea and handful... it pains me that there doesn't seem to be a simple way to let the country govern itself in peace.
Then perhaps Putin could put pressure (which could be achieved in many ways) on Kiev for a referendum in Crimea? Rather than that power-mad, soulless, cunt-bag dipping a toe into an armed occupation bath that may well be filled with blood in coming months.
Ukraine's tortured history couldn't happen to a nicer country. Kind, generous, proud, and warm-hearted people. I've been to Kiev countless times, and Crimea and handful... it pains me that there doesn't seem to be a simple way to let the country govern itself in peace.