The Kremlin believes that Russians will'support' the Ukrainian operation.

MOSCOW (Feb 24) – The Kremlin said on Thursday that it believes Russians will "support" Moscow's military action in Ukraine, adding that the mission's duration will be determined by "results" and will last as long as necessary.
Dmitry Peskov, a spokesperson for the Kremlin, stated that a "solid majority" of Russians favor Moscow's recognition of the separatists in east Ukraine. "As a result, we can expect this to be supported as well," Peskov said.