Politically speaking, should Ukraine be pro-Russian or pro-European? Why? Be more specific.

you should be pro-Russian both politically and economically. The reason is very simple. Ukraine can't do without Russia in economy and energy. Europe is caught in a debt crisis and can't protect itself. Apart from verbal promises, it can't give Ukraine much tangible things. When Ukraine and Russia turn against each other, European countries won't care if you live or die. At that time, people have sinned (referring to offending Russia) and assistance can't be in place. It is tantamount to falling into a desperate situation and wielding a knife from the palace. In addition, Russia has plenty of ways to deal with Europe and Ukraine. I believe that the "fighting" between Russia and Ukraine a few years ago is still fresh in everyone's memory! European countries have suffered a lot (European countries mainly rely on Russian natural gas for heating)

In addition, if Ukraine falls to the west completely, Russia may occupy the Crimean Peninsula by military means, not only because the residents there are mainly Russians, but also because this area belonged to Russia decades ago, and more importantly, the Russian Black Sea Fleet base is here.

unfortunately, western Ukrainians still hope to join the European union and get aid, but in the end it will only be a mirage.