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Russian President Vladimir Putin during the anniversary of the referendum called illegal by the UN in four Ukrainian regions one year ago, in Moscow, Sept. 30, 2023

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Video. Putin commemorates illegal 'annexation' of four Ukrainian regions

Updated: 01/10/2023 - 12:11 GMT+2

In an address marking a year since the illegal annexation of four Ukrainian regions, Putin insisted it was carried out “in full accordance with international norms.”

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