Britain will never recognize the fictitious “referendum” of the Russian Federation in Crimea: ambassador

Britain will never recognize the fictitious "referendum" of the Russian Federation in Crimea, which is blatant disrespect for Ukrainian and international norms, said British Ambassador to Ukraine Melinda Simmons.

“7 years ago, Russia held a fictitious 'referendum' trying to legitimize its illegal control over Crimea. Britain will never recognize this blatant disrespect for Ukrainian and international norms. Our message remains clear: Russia must return Crimea to Ukraine,” Simmons wrote on Twitter. Tuesday.