Why is everyone bearing a misconception about Russia and its role in world politics? It simply proves that the US and the West are pushing their propaganda right. But a critical look at things will actually give you a clearer perspective. Russia mostly, even if they're aggressive, goes after old Soviet states. The situation with Crimea is one that the media has twisted completely. If I recall there was a referendum voted. So, say what you may, it was majorly a democratic move. The US only seeks to wax stronger and stronger and control all the resources all over the world. Russia and her Putin however are putting up a strong opposition to this tyranny. And I think I am loving it for now.