They get to gain Ukraine, the pipeline and resources. Ukrainian Oligarchs are in favor of the war because the Ukrainian democracy is a threat to their wealth, t

They get to gain Ukraine, the pipeline and resources. Ukrainian Oligarchs are in favor of the war because the Ukrainian democracy is a threat to their wealth, they want the same setup as in Russia. Ukraine's wealth in large part comes from taxation on transportation of Russian fuel. This is all about securing Russian / Eastern European dominance in the fossil fuel market while North America is effectively sitting on the sidelines until we get a pro fossil fuel Administration back in Washington. They want to show a secure pro fossil fuel position and attract the international industry. The US became the leading world power 100% because of our industrial utilization and becoming the center of refinement for fossil fuels. All of the "green propaganda" has been effective and even though there is not even remotely a variable alternative to meet the world's energy needs the US is voluntarily reducing it's number one power asset and Moscow needs to cement their position now before the US can recover. Look at Germany, the largest EU economy and their hesitancy to go forward with sanctions. They need Russian fuel, as does the entire EU and in a few years these actions will be overlooked in the face of solid and stable supply. All Russia needs is to create enough Ukrainian turmoil to install a subservient regime that doesn't interfere with fossil fuel projects.