At least landlocked is a good move for Russia, strategically. Would connect to Transnitria and eliminate Ukrainian claims to Black Sea resources, namely oil and gas. Aside from the direct material value of those resources, if they remain Ukrainian they will be exploited for conflict by Western powers. However, it also depends on how well Russia could maintain stability in areas outside Donbas.
At least landlocked is a good move for Russia, strategically. Would connect to Transnitria and eliminate Ukrainian claims to Black Sea resources, namely oil and gas. Aside from the direct material value of those resources, if they remain Ukrainian they will be exploited for conflict by Western powers. However, it also depends on how well Russia could maintain stability in areas outside Donbas.