“Ukraine unambiguously qualifies Russia’s recent actions as a violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our state,” Zelensky said in a video message posted on Telegram.

According to him, "all responsibility for the consequences in connection with the mentioned decisions rests with the political leadership of Russia."

On February 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed decrees on Russia's recognition of the independence of the LNR and the DNR.

During the address, the President stressed that the situation in Donbass has become critical against the backdrop of Kiev's actions.

More details in the material RT.