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Russian observers arrive for Crimea referendum

2014-03-15 390 Dailymotion

Preparations are underway with only one day to go before voters in the Ukrainian region of Crimea decide on whether to re-join Russia or stay with Kiev.<br/> <br />Schools, that will be used as polling stations are spruced up and voters register ahead of the referendum.<br/> <br />International monitors arrive in Crimea to observe the vote.<br/> <br />They've been invited here by Russia and pro-Moscow Crimean authorities.<br/> <br />(SOUNDBITE) (Russian) EDITOR OF NEWSPAPER FROM MOLDOVA, SAYING:<br/> <br />"The result of the referendum which we will get already on Monday will show what residents of Crimea really want. And it is going to be a signal for authorities in Kiev to understand what should be done next. Because everyone understands with no doubt that the majority of Crimeans will support joining Russia."<br/> <br />But the U.S. and the European Union say Sunday's vote in Crimea violates international law and the Ukrainian constitution.<br/> <br />Now the country's prime minister is seeking stronger links with Eu

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