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EDC4ALL! » 21 minutes ago » wrote: ↑

21 minutes ago

Why would it put missles on the border? Russia is afraid of a couple NATO bases? Why? Putin just wants to take what he can. It's acutally pretty simple.

the main reason for the war is that Russia wants control of Cremia and the southern provinces.

Russia's desire for Crimea and parts of Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk, Mykolaiv, and Zaporizhzhia Oblasts stems from a combination of strategic, historical, and political factors, including military and geopolitical objectives, as well as a claim of "protecting" Russian-speaking populations. 
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. Strategic Military Importance:

• Crimea:
  Crimea's strategic location in the Black Sea provides Russia with access to the Eastern Mediterranean, the Balkans, and the Middle East. It allows Russia to project its power and control maritime trade routes. 
• Donbas:
  The Donbas region, particularly cities like Mariupol, is strategically important due to its port facilities, which provide access to the Black Sea and allow for the movement of goods and troops. 

2. Historical Ties and "Protection" of Russian-Speaking Populations:

• Historical Claims:
  Russia has long viewed parts of Ukraine, particularly the Donbas region and Crimea, as historically Russian territories, citing historical connections and cultural ties. 
• "Protection" of Russian Speakers:
  Russia has used the rhetoric of protecting Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine as a pretext for its actions, claiming these populations are at risk of persecution or discrimination. 
• Neo-imperialism:
  Some analysts view the Russian actions as part of a broader neo-imperialist agenda, seeking to expand Russian influence and control. 

3. Geopolitical Considerations:

• Preventing NATO Expansion:
  Russia has been concerned about NATO expansion eastward and views Ukraine's pro-Western orientation as a threat. 
• Creating a Land Bridge:
  By annexing parts of southern Ukraine, Russia sought to create a land bridge connecting Crimea to mainland Russia, further solidifying its control over the region. 
• Resource Control:
  The regions also contain valuable resources, including natural gas and arable land, which Russia sought to control. 

4. Other Factors:

• Looting of Grain:
  Russia has used Crimea as a hub for the transportation and sale of looted grain from occupied territories, according to the Crimea Platform.
• Forced Displacement:
  Russia has used Crimea as a base for the forced displacement of Ukrainian citizens, according to the Crimea Platform.