We already know Ukrainian corruption is big. They're DIRECTLY responsible for many scandals that aren't on the news. Of course Russia is something to be worried about, and to think this is a unidimensional good vs eviI shindig isn't the rational take. That being said, this certainly does sound like a lot of posturing to distract us. This would be a time for them to start trying to push for draconic laws. Pay attention to everything.