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I don't ignore that fact. Without an well armed enemy there is less casualties sure. But there was already an existing conflict. Russia entering made it bigger. Where did the funding and training come for Azov? Who ordered the initial pogrom-style murders? Probably nobody which is why Ukranian government lost control of this now heavily armed hyper nationalist force.

https://www.newswars.com/top-former-nato-analyst-government-backed-genocide-in-donbas-sparked-war-in-ukraine/

It was never Ukraine vs Russia in Donbass. There are multiple factions with own agendas. How did the Taliban start? Special training, funding and then oh shit we cant control them anymore.

Yes Russia entering the conflict ignited the flames higher for sure. They had a civil war going on and you say it was peaceful.
https://greekcitytimes.com/2021/11/23/remains-taken-from-mass-grave/