According to reports, Vladimir Putin has now deployed a massive military force on the Ukraine/Crimea border. Formerly one country, it has now effectively been split in half, spurring condemnation from the United States and Europe.

In August of 2013 President Obama warned of imminent military action in Syria. He quickly tucked his tail between his legs after Russia hinted that they would launch retaliatory strikes. Now in Ukraine, where US-sponsored intelligence teams likely plotted, organized and executed a “revolution,” Obama’s rhetoric has once again led to a stand off. And for all intents and purposes, western forces have essentially backed down.

If the following is any indication, Vladmir Putin isn’t just talking. Crimea has been annexed. It is now a member state of Mother Russia. The only question is whether or not the Russian President is prepared to cross into Ukraine to “protect” Russian interests.