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In reply to the discussion: Wanted: Proof that what happened in Ukraine actually constituted a "western sponsored coup." [View all]Xolodno
(6,390 posts)....where is the letter of resignation by Yanukoyvich?
His impeachment was done illegally under the constitution at that time. After his impeachment, they then amended the Constitution. Which is like committing a crime as a dictator then pardoning yourself.
And him bailing out on the country is not a letter of resignation. Plus the lack of a head leader does not mean the country falls apart, institutions are in place to keep it running....even if it means a long drawn impeachment process....which, you may not need anyway. Ukraine, Poland and Russia did agree on an exit for Yanukoyavich which could be an implied resignation, but that was set for a specific date with elections.
But you have now, is a non-elected government making large and heavily consequential decisions that will impact them for generations....and the people are not represented.
Also, the majority are not saying the Maidan protests were a CIA bankrolled project. They were initially probably legit. But, you can't deny that the US government did not take advantage of the unrest and throw gasoline onto the fire. Victoria Nunland cherry picking the next leaders....(you probably prefer "advising" ...clearly shows the US government has its hands dirty here.
And likewise, Russia is probably playing off the fears and discontent of eastern Ukraine. But that doesn't mean the protests their are phony as some have insinuated.
Reality is, Ukraine has been in a constant tug of war between Poland and Russia for longer than the USA has existed. You can't have a pro west nation without oppressing the pro east and like wise, you can't have a pro east nation without oppressing the west. To Putin's credit, he has provided a solution similar to Finland. But the current unelected government (i.e. the oligarchs) don't seem to want that http://news.yahoo.com/ukraine-agrees-talks-foes-missing-113228279.html