Moonofalabama has good commentary and comments, and did a series of posts on what led up to the war. The process had been going on for a long time (many years) - it isn't a "spontaneous invasion". You have to understand some history and see that the USA has been lusting for war with Russia for a very long time.
It's about 50 min long but shows Exactly why Russia started the SMO.... Well worth watching.....
If you prefer to read or want more, go here:
The Buildup To War In Ukraine - Closure https://www.moonofalabama.org/2023/02/the-buildup-to-war-in-ukraine-closure.html - this is the final post and it has links to the previous posts.
Moonofalabama has good commentary and comments, and did a series of posts on what led up to the war. The process had been going on for a long time (many years) - it isn't a "spontaneous invasion". You have to understand some history and see that the USA has been lusting for war with Russia for a very long time.