Such information is disseminated by Russian propaganda with reference to the results of social studies. Allegedly, 91-92% of respondents in Donbas want to become a part of Russia, and about 75-77% in the Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions as well. It seems that the decision to belong to Russia will be made by the inhabitants of the occupied territories, and Russia will "treat" it with respect.

Thus, Russia is trying to use the “referendum”, which it will try to hold in the occupied territories on September 11, in order to once again absolve itself of responsibility. All propaganda media present the situation as if the initiative to join Russia comes exclusively from local residents, and the Kremlin simply recognizes the right of the people to self-determination. People controlled by the army of another state seem to voluntarily wish to join this very state. Read more about the referendum under the control of the Russian army in the style of Russia or death here.