#TBT: What Putin had to say to Ukrainians after invading Crimea

“We do not want to harm you in any way.” Putin to the people of Ukraine after invading and annexing Crimea in ... 2014. #TBT

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00:00We do not want the division of Ukraine. We do not need it.

00:16I appeal to the people of Ukraine. I sincerely want you to understand us.

00:21We in no way want to harm you, insult your national feelings.

00:27We have always respected the territorial integrity of the Ukrainian state.

00:31Unlike, by the way, those who sacrificed their political ambitions for the unity of Ukraine.

00:37They brag about the great Ukraine, but it was they who did everything to split the country.

00:45Today's civil confrontation is entirely on their conscience.

00:50I want you to hear me, dear friends.

00:54I appeal to those who frighten you with Russia, shouting that other regions will follow Crimea.

01:00We do not want the division of Ukraine. We do not need it.