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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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165 out of 187 enemy drones neutralized over Ukraine

On the night of February 27, Ukraine repelled an attack of 187 attack UAVs, neutralizing 165 enemy drones. 20 drones hit 14 locations.

War in Ukraine • February 27, 06:39 AM • 4013 views
Defense Forces destroyed radar station in occupied Crimea and enemy command post in Bryansk region

The Defense Forces of Ukraine hit radar stations in Dzhankoi and an enemy command and observation post in the Bryansk region. Damage to an oil refinery in the Samara region and a missile factory in Udmurtia has also been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • February 26, 01:58 PM • 2908 views
"Without the aggressor's accountability, peace will not be lasting; Crimea must return to Ukraine" - ZelenskyyVideo

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that condoning Russia's aggression in 2014 led to a full-scale war. Just peace is only possible with Russia's accountability and the restoration of Ukraine's territorial integrity.

Politics • February 26, 12:02 PM • 7634 views
Ukraine appealed to the international community regarding Crimea

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated on the Day of Resistance to the Occupation of Crimea that the peninsula was, is, and will be Ukrainian.

Society • February 26, 10:53 AM • 13237 views
374 out of 420 drones and 32 out of 39 Russian missiles, including all 'Zircons', neutralized over Ukraine

The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 32 out of 39 missiles and 374 out of 420 drones launched by Russia. Five ballistic missiles and 46 attack UAVs were recorded as hitting their targets.

War in Ukraine • February 26, 08:24 AM • 5552 views
Partisans of "ATESH" disabled electronic warfare antennas near SevastopolVideo

Agents of the partisan movement "ATESH" successfully carried out sabotage at a communication facility near the village of Honcharne, disabling electronic warfare antennas. This opened an air corridor for Ukrainian Armed Forces drones and made Russian military facilities an easy target.

War in Ukraine • February 26, 04:31 AM • 8467 views
Eight countries and the EU will boycott the opening of the 2026 Paralympic Games, the list will grow - MFA

Eight countries and the EU will boycott the opening ceremony of the 2026 Paralympic Games due to the admission of Russians and Belarusians. Ukrainian diplomats are working to increase the number of such states.

Sports • February 25, 05:58 PM • 6175 views
Defense Forces hit Russian S-400 Triumf, Pantsir-S1 air defense systems and Grad MLRS

The Defense Forces of Ukraine hit an S-400 Triumf air defense system launcher and a Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft missile-gun system combat vehicle in Crimea. Also, a BM-21 Grad MLRS and areas of concentration of enemy manpower were hit in the Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 04:42 PM • 3950 views
Russia miscalculated again, counting on Ukraine's collapse - MFA

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Mariana Betsa stated that the Russian Federation will not succeed in its imperial plans. Ukraine is entering the fifth year of a full-scale war, enduring intense attacks, but continues to resist.

Politics • February 24, 04:17 PM • 3880 views
Zelenskyy announced new sanctions against Russia - 29 Russian entities and 15 organizations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new sanctions against 29 Russian entities and 15 organizations. They support aggression and occupation, spread propaganda, and steal cultural values.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 12:26 PM • 3547 views
General Staff confirms destruction of Rubikon warehouse and other occupier facilities, including with ATACMS

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of command posts, ammunition depots, and other enemy equipment. The strikes were carried out with ATACMS missiles and other means.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 12:04 PM • 16190 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile, 111 out of 133 drones neutralized

On the night of February 24, Russia attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 133 attack drones. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 111 enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 06:58 AM • 3769 views
Fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale aggression: Ukraine continues to fightPhoto

Today marks four years since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This war has become the largest in Europe since World War II.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 05:15 AM • 8817 views
General Staff confirms hit on Russian Black Sea Fleet missile unit armed with Bastion in Crimea

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of the Bastion missile division in Crimea. Ammunition and logistics depots, as well as an enemy UAV control point, were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:16 AM • 30434 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic Iskander, 105 out of 126 drones neutralized

Russia launched a ballistic missile and 126 drones at Ukraine. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 105 enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 06:29 AM • 4326 views
The Kremlin uses former prisoners of war for fake "confessions" about alleged torture in Ukraine

Such videos appear regularly after each prisoner exchange and show signs of pre-arranged staging.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 12:39 PM • 6151 views
The command of the occupation forces in Crimea forges the signatures of conscripts to send them to the front - ATESH

Russian commanders in Crimea are massively forging conscripts' documents, transferring them to contract service without their consent. This practice has become systemic due to the shortage of manpower in marine infantry units.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 05:55 AM • 5334 views
Boris Johnson calls on West to send "peaceful ground forces" to Ukraine

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson proposes that the West deploy troops in Ukraine. He believes this would help deter Russian occupiers and demonstrate support.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 07:57 PM • 6999 views
Strike on Tornado-S MLRS and oil depot in Crimea - USF showed footage of the hitVideo

Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces hit a 9K515 Tornado-S MLRS and an oil depot in occupied Crimea. Damage to the enterprise will lead to disruptions in fuel and lubricants supply.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 07:38 PM • 6996 views
Weather in Ukraine on February 22 - forecasters announced Sunday's forecastPhoto

On February 22, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine. Snow and rain are forecast in some regions, with no precipitation in the rest of the territory.

Weather and environment • February 21, 02:04 PM • 5236 views
Russia struck Ukraine with a ballistic missile, 106 out of 120 drones neutralized

On the night of February 21, Russia attacked Ukraine with an Iskander-M missile and 120 attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 106 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:39 AM • 7055 views
ATESH partisans recorded a decrease in activity at the Saki airfield after the strikes of the Ukrainian Armed ForcesPhoto

ATESH partisans recorded a reduction in Russian aviation flights at the airfield in Novofedorivka after the attacks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The occupiers are relocating equipment and hiding it in hangars, and the airfield is operating in a limited mode.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:05 AM • 5148 views
Explosions heard in Russia's Krasnodar, airport suspends operationsPhoto

Explosions heard in Russia's Krasnodar, air defense systems are active. The airport is temporarily not accepting or departing flights.

News of the World • February 20, 07:30 PM • 5985 views
General Staff confirmed the destruction of enemy command posts and warehouses in the occupied territories

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of enemy command posts, warehouses, and concentration areas in the temporarily occupied territories. The strikes hit Zaporizhzhia, Kherson regions, and Crimea.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 10:19 AM • 3294 views
Trump extended sanctions against Russia over the invasion of Ukraine

U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against Russia for one year, which were imposed in 2014 due to the invasion of Ukraine. Russia's actions continue to pose a threat to U.S. national security.

Politics • February 19, 07:37 PM • 8834 views
SBU searches at the then Commander-in-Chief's office and the failure of the 2023 counteroffensive - Zaluzhnyi gave an interview to AP

Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi spoke about the failure of the 2023 counteroffensive due to a lack of resources and the SBU searches in 2022, which he regarded as an act of intimidation. He warned the President's Office about his readiness to call in military personnel to protect the command center.

Society • February 18, 01:07 PM • 5356 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile, 100 out of 126 drones neutralized

On the night of February 18, Russia launched an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 126 attack UAVs at Ukraine. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 100 enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 06:35 AM • 7536 views
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Forced passportization, not a conscious choice - Chiygoz explained how the occupiers force people to obtain Russian passports in Crimea

In the occupied territory of Crimea, Russia imposes its citizenship, depriving people of the opportunity to move, work, and receive medical care without Russian documents. This is a forced necessity for survival, not a voluntary choice, notes Akhtem Chiygoz.

Society • February 17, 02:26 PM • 43304 views
Defense Forces hit Russian Ka-27 helicopter in Crimea - General Staff

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of a Russian Ka-27 helicopter in occupied Crimea. Three enemy UAV control points in Zaporizhzhia and Kursk regions were also hit.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 11:03 AM • 17208 views
SSO confirmed the destruction of the Iskander storage site in Crimea and the Rubikon piloting point and showed footageVideo

The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of the Iskander storage site in occupied Crimea and the Rubikon piloting point in Zaporizhzhia. In total, more than 10 enemy military facilities were hit between February 9 and 14.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 09:59 AM • 4675 views