Live: Russia set to annex Ukraine territory

Russia was poised to annex a swath of Ukraine within days, releasing what it called vote tallies showing overwhelming support in four provinces to join it, after what Ukraine and the West denounced as illegal sham referendums held at gunpoint. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2). 

Sep 29, 2022 - 07:48
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Live: Russia set to annex Ukraine territory
Russia was poised to annex a swath of Ukraine within days, releasing what it called vote tallies showing overwhelming support in four provinces to join it, after what Ukraine and the West denounced as illegal sham referendums held at gunpoint. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).