. >> stephen knicks along with these irregular prorussian elements. there are new pro kiev many lish shas but not under the control of the ministry of defense. the vast does not feel discriminated against because of their ethnicity in terms of the elections i think the authorities have put in place a system that will provide for an election that is well administers. that is respected by the people, and what will reflect the will of the people. and we think we will meet international standards. that's what way with expect to see. there may be instances of violence in certain parts of the country, overall, i think the authorities will put in place a good system for a free election. >> what do you think of that? the idea that there is a silent majority out in the east. not necessarily wanting to redraw the borders of the country, but you are going so see them in evident on election day. >> they do have weapons. and until recently, they have the backing of the russian government as well. russia is a great power compared with the ukraine. so few people can