Not just prevent the splintering bit Azov was designed to help create anti-Russian sentiment. I've been on Azov propaganda telegrams, which by the way, have a huge feel like they're being run by the CIA. They always suggest Russia is Zionist Jews and Putin is a Muslim lover communist that hates white people and wants to reestablish the USSR. I definitely think this form of propaganda helped to radicalize Ukrianians against Russia not just prevent a splint to Russia.
Not just prevent the splintering bit Azov was designed to help create anti-Russian sentiment. I've been on Azov propaganda telegrams, which by the way, have a huge feel like they're being run by the CIA. They always suggest Russia is Zionist Jews and Putin is a Muslim lover communist that hates white people and wants to reestablish the USSR. I definitely think this form of propaganda helped to radicalize Ukrianians against Russia not just prevent a splint to Russia.