“Separatist authorities on Friday announced plans to evacuate around 700,000 people, citing fears of an imminent attack by Ukrainian forces”
Yep, and that is what forced Russia’s hand. The 120,000 NATO-trained Ukrainian troops were set to roll east (against the 40,000 or so in the local militias), and then, after capturing these rebel areas, it would be on to Crimea. Assuming that they did seize Crimea, then Ukraine would meet the conditions for entry to NATO.
...but too bad, Putin rolled first.
The war will end when Putin dies. Explains why he lives in an underground bunker: No windows!
So that’s the new story then.
bobl “ The 120,000 NATO-trained Ukrainian troops were set to roll east (against the 40,000 or so in the local militias), and then, after capturing these rebel areas,”
Link for your allegation?