2014 Valdai speech of Vladimir Putin

Back on 20 February 2014, Russia began an annexation of Crimea using Russian troops disguised as local militia.

Then in March, immediately following the Euromaidan protest movement, Putin began support (again disguised) for pro-Russian, anti-government separatist groups in the Donbas region.

Under the guise of protecting oppressed peoples, he was essentially at war against the Ukrainian government, hence his fascism reference below.

"[1] The initial 40-minute speech was followed by a lengthy press-conference, where Putin answered questions, and made additional remarks that attracted heavy media attention.

[2] The Kremlin.ru Presidential Press service website published the transcript of Putin's words, and emphasized the following quotations:[3] The Financial Times called the speech "one of most important foreign policy statements".