yes ,I wasn't imagining big numbers of defectors but the fact...

yes ,I wasn't imagining big numbers of defectors but the fact there are some is significant I think .

certainly the big embarrasment for russia is that these insurgents / freedom fighters (depending on POV) are still there !

russia seem determined not to be distracted from Ukraine but still .....such a bad look for them , making them appear impotent in their own country .