📜 Statement by the NATO Secretary General on the recognition by Russia of the self-proclaimed Donetsk and Lugansk ''People’s Republics''

I condemn Russia’s decision to extend recognition to the self-proclaimed “Donetsk People’s Republic” and “Luhansk People’s Republic”. This further undermines Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, erodes efforts towards a resolution of the conflict, and violates the Minsk Agreements, to which Russia is a party.

“This is plainly in breach of international law.”

United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson condemns Russian Pres. Putin's decision to recognize Russian-controlled separatist regions in eastern Ukraine.

⚡ UK to announce 'new' anti-Russian sanctions on Tuesday, says British Foreign Secretary

⚡ Biden held secure call with Macron, Scholz after Putin's statement on Donbas - White House

⚡Putin orders to ensure peace in DPR, LPR by means of Russian Armed Forces - Decree

⚡ White House: Biden reaffirmed in call with Zelenskyy US commitment to Ukraine's 'sovereignty and territorial integrity'

⚡ White House: Biden reaffirmed in call with Zelenskyy US commitment to Ukraine's 'sovereignty and territorial integrity'

⚡ MACRON: By recognizing the separatist regions of eastern Ukraine, Russia is violating its commitments and undermining Ukraine's sovereignty. I condemn this decision. I called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council and European sanctions.

❗️The recognition of the so-called ‘people’s republics’ of Donetsk and Lugansk by the Russian Federation is in violation of international law and represents a unilateral breach of the Minsk agreements - Statement by Council of Europe Secretary General Marija Pejčinović Burić

❗ West Ignoring Russia’s Security Concerns Led to Recognition of DPR, LPR - US Think Tank

❗ Biden signs order blocking US economic activity in autonomous LPR, DPR regions recognized by Russia.

⚡ US Requests emergency UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine later on Monday - source

⚡ US Reportedly considering relocation of all remaining diplomats in Ukraine to Poland

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❗ Zelenskyy: Ukraine's int'l border will remain the same regardless of Russia's LPR, DPR recognition.

🏀 Curry sets 3-point record, LeBron the winner in NBA All-Star Game

Curry turned in the greatest long-distance shooting performance in All-Star Game history, and then James made a turnaround jumper that gave Team LeBron a 163-160 victory over Team Durant on Sunday night. Curry made 16 3-pointers and scored 50 points, two off of Anthony Davis’ record.

The Kobe Bryant Trophy, redesigned this year, was given to Curry in front of a crowd that included Bryant’s wife, Vanessa.

Michael Jordan was the last player introduced for the halftime ceremony and James said his winning shot was inspired by the turnaround fadeaway that Jordan perfected during his Hall of Fame career. It earned $450,000 for the Kent State/Promise Scholars Program, a charity that James’ team was playing for.

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