Russian President Vladimirทางเข้า SLOTXOPutin on Monday recognized independence in eastern Ukraine's two separatist regions, urging the United States to and Europe announced a new round of sanctions. and escalating risks in a crisis the West worries it could trigger a major war.

In the long-running speech on state television, Putin looked visibly irritated. define Ukraine as an integral part of Russian history. and said that the eastern part of Ukraine used to be the former Russian territory. and was convinced that the Russian people would support his decision.

Russian state television broadcasts Putin, along with the Russian-sponsored rebel leaders. signed a decree certifying the independence of the two separatist regions of Ukraine as well as agreements in terms of cooperation and friendship

Putin ignored Western warnings against the move, Dao said. But he had previously informed his decision during a telephone conversation with German and French leaders. Both leaders sounded very disappointed. Kremlin Palace revealed

Moscow's move could also be a last-minute torpedo firing in an attempt to hold a summit with US President Joe Biden, which is aimed at deterring Russia from invading Ukraine.

White House spokesman Jane Saki said in a statement: “Biden will soon issue a special order banning US citizens from making new investments, trading and financing. both in and out, or in two separatist regions," the White House said. perform various operations in these areas of Ukraine

Saki also said additional measures would follow and many were in preparation in retaliation for Putin's orders. which will be different from the US sanctions measures and allies are ready to take action If Russia invades Ukraine

"The European Union will respond with sanctions against individuals involved in this illegal activity," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel said in a joint statement.

On Jens Stoltenberg The NATO secretary-general accused Russia of continuing to inflame the conflict in eastern Ukraine and trying to stage another allegation of aggression. After Russia annexed Ukraine's Crimea as part of its territory in 2014.

During his speech, Putin delves into history as far back as the Ottoman Empire. Like recent tensions over NATO's eastward expansion. which is the main point of concern for Moscow in the current crisis.

In this decision, Putin shrugged at the Western warning. that such strides may be illegal. And it could cross out peace talks and would encourage sanctions against Moscow.