This shows how utterly absurd it is to argue on behalf of Putin's view on this topic, instead of the view that states can be free to chart their own paths.
I think the 'Putin' view is important only in that it's how he can sell the idea. Its quite important context for the narrative he peddles, not to us, but at home, like all warring nations. Sure most wars would be untenable without the narrative for the homefront.
Also if we always went with self determination as a rule and not just when it suits a narrative I think we'd be all more able to trust the narratives