as you miss out to understand, world politics is a fight about land and resources, and make the right allies to the right time. It is a big game of chess with many players, who cheat, lie and try to hide their real agenda. Every move has a respond to it, and right now we see a chaotic game, where Putin seems to gain more allies than enemies. Ukraine is an important allie with resources, and an important buffer for both parts, the west and russia. Not unlikely Turkey to mention another. The black sheep in Europe, we should be grateful for time being, being on our side. That can change tho