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The Luhansk People's Republic (LPR) is a self-proclaimed state in eastern Ukraine that is not recognized by the international community. The LPR is one of the two separatist regions in Ukraine, along with the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), that declared independence from Ukraine in 2014.
The LPR is led by Igor Plotnitsky, who has been the head of the region since 2014. The region has its own government, parliament, and military forces, and has declared its independence from Ukraine.
The LPR has been involved in a conflict with the Ukrainian government since 2014, and has been supported by Russia. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people and the displacement of hundreds of thousands more.
The LPR is considered a terrorist organization by Ukraine and has been subject to international sanctions. The region's independence is not recognized by the international community, and it is considered a part of Ukraine by most countries.
Here are some key facts about the Luhansk People's Republic:
- Capital: Luhansk
- Population: approximately 1.4 million people
- Language: Russian
- Currency: Ukrainian hryvnia (although the LPR has its own currency, the ruble)
- Government: Self-proclaimed government, led by Igor Plotnitsky
- Military: Luhansk People's Militia
- Conflict: Ongoing conflict with Ukraine since 2014
- Recognition: Not recognized by the international community
- Sanctions: Subject to international sanctions