[knarf]

In 25 words or less ... what is the issue ?

Welcome to FreeRepublic.

[ctdonath2]

Country was about to join the EU, but then Putin intervened and leaders are poised to join it up with Russia again. Opponents seem to be executing a well-orchestrated revolt. Neither side are particularly “good”.

[Ivan Mazepa]

Thanks

-Russian puppet president in place
-Protests turned violent when passed legislature outlawing right to protest, free speech and media last week
-3 people killed already

should be 25 words