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Since so little has hype to make the news, then many have little idea that a potential occupation of Ukraine remains ongoing. Putin has appeared to be doing nothing while major efforts are ongoing to create the next step in annexing Ukraine. If I did not note it in other threads, watch the city of Donetsk. Next step is to create instability in regions where Russians are a minority but a major section of that region. So that Russian armor and paratroops already massed on Ukraine borders can step in to restore order.
Negotiations were successful in slowing Putin. But we have no reason to believe he has tabled his ego. He made a big deal about withdrawing a few troops. While tens of thousands remains perched for invasion.
Putin has stated his intent - to restore Russia's power and glory. Putiin has again threatened Europe's gas supply. And will again cut off gas to Ukraine. Since the corruption by Yanukovych means $billion to pay previous gas bills is missing. Another excuse by Russia to increase pressure and harm to Ukraine's economy. To make instablity more likely.
He is playing a long term game. Opposition by Obama and Merkel have caused him to slow his game. But the game is still afoot.
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