Donetsk celebrates recognition of independence

During his appeal to citizens of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin signed documents recognizing the DPR and LPR as independent republics. 

“From those who seized and hold power in Kiev, we demand an immediate cessation of hostilities”, the President stressed.

Right after that, Russian Senator Ryabukhin said there are enough funds in the Russian budget to help Donbass, a serious amount of the National Welfare Fund will be enganged.