Not approving any of this, from the recognition of the republics to the further attacks and yeah he's obviously gone beyond that protecting the people and is striking Ukraine's army too.
I hope that it doesnt lead to a more widespread war.
It already is a more widespread war. Putin has launched a full-scale aggressive war against Ukraine from 3 sides (Donbas, Belarus, Crimea) + amphibious landing forces.
I hope that it doesnt lead to a more widespread war.