Putin now discussing whether to recognize breakaway republics – watch live

Russia’s cabinet is discussing recognizing the breakaway republics.

Watch it live here with English translation.

From my ears, it really sounds like Putin is about to recognize Donbas.

• Prime Minister of Russia Mishustin: “The Russian authorities have been preparing for a possible reaction to the recognition of the LPR and the DPR for a long time. These risks are well worked out.”