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Crimea

Ukrainian peninsula
Crimea (Autonomous Republic of Crimea) is an autonomous administrative-territorial unit of Ukraine, occupying most of the Crimean Peninsula, which is washed by the waters of the Black and Azov Seas, and borders the Kherson region to the north. The administrative center is the city of Simferopol. The territory of the peninsula is 26.1 thousand km², and its population in 2014 was estimated at 1957.8 thousand people. The history of Crimea spans millennia, starting from the earliest human settlements, and has witnessed the change of many peoples and cultures, including the Cimmerians, Scythians, ancient Greeks, and Crimean Tatars, who formed the unique heritage of the region. In 2014, the peninsula was seized by Russia.
6th century BC
Founding of ancient Greek city-colonies, which contributed to the development of culture and trade on the peninsula
1913
The creation of the "Imperial Hunting Reserve" in the mountainous part of Crimea was initiated for nature protection
1923
The Crimean State Reserve was established, which was a significant step for the protection of the peninsula's nature
1954
The Crimean Oblast was transferred from the Russian SFSR to the Ukrainian SSR
1991
The Crimean State Reserve and Hunting Enterprise was restored to its status as a nature reserve
2013
The ancient city of Chersonesus Taurica and its Chora in Sevastopol were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List
February 20, 2014
Beginning of the occupation of the Crimean peninsula by the Russian Federation
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The General Staff confirmed the damage to railway bridges in Crimea

On June 18-19, units of the Defense Forces struck railway bridges near Rozdolne and Vladyslavivka in Crimea. The objects were used by the enemy for military transportation.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 03:50 PM • 2546 views
79 out of 90 drones launched by Russia neutralized over Ukraine

On the night of June 19, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 drones. The defense forces shot down or suppressed 79 drones, and 9 UAVs were recorded as hits.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 07:55 AM • 3040 views
Explosions were heard at night in Crimea, Melitopol, and Mariupol: reports of a drone attack and fires

On the night of June 19, explosions were heard in occupied Crimea, Melitopol, and Mariupol amid a drone attack. Fires and the activity of Russian fire teams are reported.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 02:42 AM • 11329 views
The occupation administration in Crimea is evacuating families and property amid strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Agents of the "ATESH" movement are recording the evacuation of families and property by officials and FSB employees from Crimea. Many plan to complete the relocation by June 21.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 12:22 AM • 15702 views
Fedorov showed Pistorius the burning capital of the Russian Federation after the strikesPhoto

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov demonstrated to his German colleague Boris Pistorius the results of the attack on Moscow on June 18. Footage of Ukrainian drones over the Russian capital has appeared online.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:03 PM • 17505 views
General Staff confirmed strikes on the Moscow Oil Refinery, an oil depot, a railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal, and more

The AFU struck the Moscow Oil Refinery, the Gukovo oil depot, and strategic bridges of the occupiers. The destruction of dozens of fuel tanks on Russian territory has been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 08:02 AM • 13794 views
"Cutting off" Crimea: How and with what the "Phalanx" unit is bleeding the enemy dry

The Phalanx Center is destroying enemy logistics using cyber intelligence and drones. Commander Dmytro Filatov stated that a complete blockade of the highway to Crimea is a realistic goal.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 05:31 AM • 23356 views
4 out of 7 Russian ballistic missiles and 212 out of 239 drones neutralized overnight over Ukraine

Russia launched 7 ballistic missiles and 239 drones at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed 4 missiles and 212 UAVs; hits were recorded at nine locations.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 05:19 AM • 4196 views
Strategic railway and road bridges are on fire in Crimea following an attackVideo

Railway and road bridges near Rozdolne were attacked overnight. A fire is also ongoing at the railway junction near the Vladyslavivka station.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 04:25 AM • 44971 views
Attack on railway bridge over North Crimean Canal reported in Crimea

A railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal near the village of Rozdolne was attacked in Crimea. Eyewitnesses report 20 explosions and a major fire at the facility.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 10:35 PM • 9750 views
Russia fears Ukrainian landing in Crimea and strengthens defense on the peninsula - Pletenchuk

The Navy spokesperson reported on Russia's preparations for a Ukrainian landing in Crimea. The occupiers are actively strengthening vulnerable areas to defend the peninsula.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 06:57 PM • 3501 views
Occupiers' operational headquarters in Crimea switches to 24-hour operation due to fear of strikes - partisans

Starting June 21, the operational headquarters of the occupied peninsula will work around the clock in anticipation of powerful strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The occupation administration is hastily evacuating the remains of its headquarters.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 04:56 PM • 3851 views
Handed over paintings by Aivazovsky, Kuindzhi, and Kalmykov to the occupiers – former director of Mariupol museum served with notice of suspicionPhoto

The former director of the Mariupol museum is suspected of handing over paintings by Aivazovsky, Kuindzhi, and Kalmykov to the occupiers. According to the investigation, the canvases, valued at 26 million UAH, were transported to occupied Donetsk.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 06:57 AM • 19100 views
97 out of 119 Russian drones neutralized overnight over Ukraine

On the night of June 17, the enemy launched 119 UAVs of various types. Air defense forces neutralized 97 drones, with hits recorded at 11 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 05:16 AM • 3646 views
Over fifty regions of the Russian Federation and the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine face fuel shortages – mediaPhoto

Due to attacks on oil refineries, oil production in the Russian Federation has dropped to a one-year low. Limits on fuel sales have been introduced in 53 regions and in the occupied territories.

Economy • June 17, 03:28 AM • 3600 views
The retribution conveyor is working: Unmanned Systems Forces attacked the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk, where Russian units were basedVideo

Unmanned Systems Forces struck the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk and five radar stations in Crimea. Fire Point drones were used for the attacks on the occupiers' facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 03:24 PM • 4441 views
New strikes on bridges leading to Crimea recorded in occupied Kherson region

Overnight, drones attacked bridges across Chonhar and onto the Arabat Spit. Traffic through Chonhar is completely blocked, while a reversible traffic flow has been introduced in Henichesk.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 07:27 AM • 5025 views
Russia is preparing to evacuate Black Sea Fleet command structures from occupied Sevastopol - ATESH

The command of the Russian Black Sea Fleet plans to relocate its administrative bodies from occupied Sevastopol to Novorossiysk. Officers are already moving their families.

War in Ukraine • June 14, 07:09 AM • 11402 views
Ukrainian Air Defense Destroyed 91 out of 98 Enemy Strike Drones

On the night of June 14, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 98 drones of various types from five directions. Air defense forces neutralized 91 enemy UAVs.

Society • June 14, 06:07 AM • 8360 views
Details revealed regarding the operation to "cut off" temporarily occupied Crimea by the new AFU unit "Phalanx"

Details have emerged regarding the operation of the AFU's new multi-domain center "Phalanx," which carried out a series of strikes on bridges in temporarily occupied Crimea. Using middle-strike drones, the Ukrainian military is attempting to block the Russian army's logistics on the Zaporizhzhia front.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 07:56 PM • 123461 views
"Negotiations and meetings must not be empty": Zelenskyy announces active diplomacy in the coming weeks

Ukraine is preparing for the opening of the first cluster of negotiations with the European Union and participation in the G7, EU, and NATO summits. The President expects new sanctions against the Russian Federation and the strengthening of air defense.

Politics • June 13, 07:35 PM • 10247 views
"Magyar" confirmed the strike on "Crimean Titan" – shared the footageVideo

A "courtesy visit" was paid to the Crimean Titan plant on the night of June 13. Production has been suspended.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 03:44 PM • 11244 views
AFU strike Dzhankoi checkpoint, railway bridge, and pontoon crossing in CrimeaVideo

The AFU hit the Dzhankoi checkpoint, a railway bridge, and a pontoon crossing in Crimea. The operation is aimed at the complete blockade of enemy logistics and crossings.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 10:23 AM • 58332 views
Occupiers report strikes on Chongar Bridge and traffic closurePhoto

Occupiers report strikes on Chongar Bridge and traffic closure toward Dzhankoi. A reversible traffic mode has been introduced at the crossing to the Arabat Spit.

Society • June 13, 07:41 AM • 7537 views
RF attacked Ukraine with 118 UAVs - hits reported in three locations, 110 drones shot downPhoto

The Defense Forces destroyed 110 out of 118 enemy drones launched from the territory of the Russian Federation and occupied regions. Hits were recorded at three locations.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 06:02 AM • 4711 views
Putin acknowledged Russian army failures and AFU successes on Russia Day - ISW

The dictator noted the slow progress of Russian troops and the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes. Putin appears to have begun acknowledging some of the setbacks facing the Russian military.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 04:31 AM • 22970 views
Thunderstorms and hail on the Left Bank: forecasters provide outlook for June 13Photo

On June 13, thunderstorms with hail and squalls are expected on the Left Bank and in Crimea. In Kyiv, it will be cloudy with clearings, possible rain, and temperatures up to 27 degrees Celsius.

Weather and environment • June 13, 03:59 AM • 10200 views
Russia is deploying mobile fire groups to Chongar and bridges towards Crimea - ATESH

The invaders are increasing the number of pickup truck patrols near Chongar and the North Crimean Canal. This is a reaction to constant Ukrainian UAV attacks.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 08:38 PM • 6183 views
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Fuel by coupons, food shortages, and logistics problems: what is happening in occupied Crimea

Due to damaged logistics, shortages of food and fuel have emerged in Crimea. The occupiers have introduced limits on goods and the sale of gasoline up to 20 liters by coupons.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 04:54 PM • 42239 views
Military release unique footage of the bridge strike in ArmyanskVideo

Fighters of the 1st Separate Assault Regiment named after Kotsiubailo and the SBU disabled a bridge in Armyansk. As a result of the attack, 50 of the occupiers' trucks carrying fuel and ammunition were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • June 12, 07:57 AM • 37735 views