The story behind Ukraine's separatist regions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has recognized the independence of Moscow-backed rebel regions in eastern Ukraine, a move that will further fuel tensions with the West amid fears of Russian invasion.
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12 sourcesPutin recognizes separatist eastern Ukrainian regions
Russia's recognition of Ukraine's separatist regions as independent states is a 'clear attack' on the country's sovereignty, says US Sec. of State Antony Blinken
European Union leaders condemn Putin's decision to recognize independence of separatist regions in Ukraine
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17 sourcesRussia recognizes 2 Ukrainian regions as independent
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13 sourcesRussia’s Recognition Of Ukrainian Republics Reverberates Around The Region
Russia recognizes two Ukrainian regions as independent, a potential pretext for war
Russia sanctioned after Putin recognizes separatist provinces' independence, says Ukraine part of Russia
Putin announces plans to recognize regions of Ukraine as separate countries
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13 articlesThe story behind Ukraine’s separatist regions and their support from Russia
Germany warns Putin against recognizing separatist Ukraine rebels
Putin recognizes Ukrainian separatist regions as independent
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