International recognition of Donetsk and Luhansk
The Donetsk People's Republic and Luhansk People's Republic declared independence from Ukraine following an unofficial status referendum in May 2014. Shortly thereafter, both proto-states merged to the confederation of Novorossiya.History and current state
In November 2014, representatives of Novorossiya send a request to several Latin American states, like Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela. Nevertheless, none of the states answered the request. In May 2015, the confederation of Novorossiya was dissolved.
Until today, both self-declared republics are internationally recognized as parts of Ukrainian territory by all member states of the United Nations. Donetsk and Luhansk have only received international recognition from each other and South Ossetia, another partially-recognized state that is currently recognized by five UN members.States formally recognizing Donetsk and Luhansk as independent
Other states
