It was the Ukraine who was trying to regain control of DNR and LNR.
14000 is the total number of Ukrainian citizens, both civilians and fighters, who died on both sides, not counting Russians who overtly or covertly helped rebels.
In 90s and yearly 2000s Russia was invading Russia and tens of thousands of military and civilians died.
In 90s and yearly 2000s Russia was invading Russia and tens of thousands of military and civilians died.