If that is what he wanted then he is the dumbest person on earth. There were many things he could have done to ensure Ukraine either stayed neutral or was an ally. Seizing parts of Ukraine in 2014 was not a decision that any sane person would think would lead Ukraine to become neutral or more of an ally.
What is your understanding of Crimea as “part of Ukraine”?
When you answer that, answer the same about Odessa.
Extra credit for Novorossiya - when, where, how.