Russia isn't even trying to pretend that the results are from a legitimate vote. Literally claiming near 100% yes votes:
https://www.bbc.com/news/live/world-europe-63045333
Russian state media have announced the preliminary results of the so-called referendums being held in occupied parts of Ukraine. With about a fifth of votes counted, it is reported that an overwhelming majority have voted in favour of joining Russia:
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97% in Kherson region
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98% in Zaporizhzhia
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98% in Donetsk Peoples Republic
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98% in Luhansk Peoples Republic
Ukraine and Western nations have called the process a sham, claiming the results had already been decided.