CLEAN : Pro Russians cleared from govt building in Ukraines Kharkiv

Late in the evening, information arrived that residents of Donetsk and Luhansk had taken over their local administrations, demanding immediate political action, including a referendum and status determination for Southeast Ukraine. In response, people in Kharkiv held a protest supporting these demands, which led to a spontaneous takeover of their administration. The police did not strongly resist. The event highlighted a lapse in democratic processes, as the police were unprepared. The protest was against the junta in power, and participants later complied with law enforcement to prevent looting, demonstrating their civility.

What was the reason for the protesters to gather in support of the events in Donetsk?

What measures were taken to prevent looting during the protests?