Russia would only be too happy to see the pro-Western Maidan regime in Kiev fall.
Short of that, it is seeking to keep it as weak as possible.
It's time for Ukrainians to learn all they can about asymmetrical warfare.
“In eastern Ukraine, as in Crimea, a majority of the population is ethnically Russian.”
Ummm, No. Check the left graphic in post 3.
The article you posted lacks credibility. Ergo, it’s propaganda.