Russia Recognises Donetsk and Lugansk as Republics

The President of Russia signed the Executive Orders on the recognition of the Donetsk and the Lugansk People’s Republics.

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Press Release, Moscow, 21 February 2022: Vladimir Putin and Head of the DPR Denis Pushilin signed a Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance between the Russian Federation and the Donetsk People’s Republic.

The President of Russia and Head of the LPR Leonid Pasechnik signed a Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance between the Russian Federation and the Lugansk People’s Republic.

Following the signing ceremony, Vladimir Putin had a conversation with Denis Pushilin and Leonid Pasechnik.

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