In what way have "we" pushed things here. Ukraine voted for independence back in the early 90s by an overwhelming majority in all areas, including those current

In what way have "we" pushed things here. Ukraine voted for independence back in the early 90s by an overwhelming majority in all areas, including those currently "recognized" by Russia. Ukrainians want all the benefits of EU membership, and they gave up their nuclear weapons on the promise of security from Europe, the US, and Russia. Putin's "history" is nonsense.