VOICED : Este de Ucrania inicia referendo de independencia

Eastern Ukraine is voting on a referendum for independence, which is deemed illegal by the West and Kiev, labeling it a criminal farce orchestrated by Moscow. The vote could lead to a historic secession of the region. Two million people in Donetsk and Lugansk, self-proclaimed people's republics, are voting, with some polling stations set up on rebel barricades. Citizens have mixed opinions, with some opposing the separatists' interests. Meanwhile, fighting has resumed in Slavyansk, highlighting ongoing tensions. Initial results are expected overnight.

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