“The Russians support the decision to accept refugees from the DPR and LPR in connection with the increased provocations on the territory of these republics (78%),” the center said.

It is also reported that 75% of respondents supported the decision on a lump sum payment to refugees from the LPR and DPR in the amount of 10 thousand rubles.

In addition, 82% have a positive attitude towards the help of Russian volunteers to the residents of Donbass.

Earlier, the heads of the DPR and LPR called on the local population to leave for Russia as soon as possible due to the aggravation of the situation in the Donbass.

The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia reported that the evacuation of refugees will be carried out around the clock. 

Russian President Vladimir Putin instructed to pay refugees arriving from Donbass to the Rostov region 10,000 rubles each.