Russian-held areas of Ukraine vote on annexation referendums

Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine are voting Friday on referendums to become part of Russia. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini discussed with Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano what Russia hopes to gain from these elections and how can that be used to influence the war.

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[RK-zovs]

I love how US no longer supports democracy when they don't agree with the will of the people.

[jamesgavin]

It's not about legitimacy, it's about opening more tools to use against Ukraine such as nuclear weapons to defend it.

[jpphua]

September 23 to 27, 2022 will be remembered as a momentous day in human history.
Within seven months, 15% by land area of Ukraine decided to hold referendums not by conquest or aggression by an enemy. But by a friend who created a safe zone for them to vote.
This, my friends, is the new world order.
For this alone, Putin will go down as one of the greatest leaders in world history.
So for those in Europe, to regain your sovereignty from the EC, find a friend like Putin.

[UlsterAndy]

And if they vote no it will be classified as a spoilt vote and not counted

[imtiazakand]

Only 30 years they are out of moscow control.

[javidshah.]

Because of the atrocities committed by the Islamic Republic on the people of Iran, support us and be the voice of the people of Iran. The criminal regime of the Islamic Republic does not represent us, the people of Iran, but is the enemy of Iran and Iranians

[atestzen]

It's 1939, you should prepare yourself for what is coming.

[jessereycruel]

Referendum and annexation a brilliant move by Putin! A preventive measure against persecution of separatists by Ukrainian regime, if not given protection by Russia!😁 A lesson from U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.

[Wowxoxo]

ummm just me ? or the vote going to be fixed. like trumps think? maybe trump and putin should be in same insane house. duchhhes!!!

[KuldeepSingh-hgyn]

Russia condemned khalistan refrandum but refrundum voting in Russia

[stephanweber]

Ukrainians who no longer live in Kiev-controlled areas may be punished with up to 5 years in prison if they participate in a referendum on joining Russia. This was announced by Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Irina Vereshchuk. Those who participate in organizing referendums face even harsher penalties: 5 to 10 years in prison and the "confiscation" of their property. The residents of the liberated areas will undoubtedly be very motivated to return under the power of this "democratic" government in Kiev.

[olmktgp]

If they don't like somebody they say the vote is rigged.

[koukimonzta]

Its written in stones. Donbas now is Russia

[travelingman]

This is good news. If Russian can hold referendums in other countries to annex their land, then other countries can hold referendums in Russia to annex their land. Kazakhstan, Mongolia and China are going to hold referendums next week to divide up Siberia between them! Good times!

[patriayvida]

It's good to see how well things are going for Ukraine.

[khalidmohammed]

It is democracy bro, whether you like it or not. Democracy is biting the liers back.

[dianahill]

Still waiting since 1964 to have my adoption nullified and take back my legal birth certificate. And not have that authority or custody be given back to my biological relatives or their relatives.
As a child I was legally removed from one group of abusive, and dysfunctional group of people. And placed into another group of dysfunctional and abusive group of people.
I am in need of a lawyer to represent me. I am okay with going to the United States Supreme Court. This is as important as: Brown vs The Board of Education.

There should have been federal legislation written centuries ago; that allowed adopted people to have their adoption nullified. There should have been legislation in the United States Constitution, or in the Bill of Rights or in the Ammendments; that allows adopted people to have their adoption nullified. Regardless of their age.
Several law enforcements, the AG of California and the ACLU are a few organizations that have been informed.
Why doesn't my birth certificate have the word: Adopted? This should be mandatory for all adopted people.

The United States government and judiciary system failed to inform adopted people; upon being adopted their legal problems would begin.
Having an adoption nullified would be similar to divorce laws. Stating abuse, rape and incest. Stating ereconsiable differences and conflict of interests.

[robertbolding]

The United Nations condemns voting. I knew I'd live to see this day pass. Communist entities always show their true colors

[Christian-jxnx]

Where are foreign journalists on the ground? None are talking to the people at the referendum.

[explained]

We should have a referendum in Russia. Do you want a new president?