It's the same when people say Putin invaded Ukraine because he wants to restore the glory of the Soviet Union. No, he doesn't care about any of that, he cares about staying in power and becoming more powerful. One of the best ways to do so is to invade other countries, as long as you don't lose.
Thank you. I see so many people who don't get it. I'm happy some people understand it without sending them link to one of few Ekaterina Shulman's lectures in English.