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bemildred

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11. That only works if the military is still united and still obeying orders.

Wed Feb 19, 2014, 03:18 PM

Feb 2014

I am no expert on Ukraine, but I would wager that the military is likely divided along the same cultural lines as the country as a whole. I mean I don't doubt it will be tried, bribery, it's already been tried, but the outcome is not necessarily a nation newly re-united. It might just fragment the military (further).

The protesters appear to have given a good account of themselves in battles with the pro-government forces, and seem prepared to fight some more. They do not seem pre-disposed to back off. The violence is spreading.

I would wager the price would be high, if one could "restore order".

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