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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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189 out of 215 drones launched by Russia over Ukraine were neutralized overnight

Defense forces destroyed or suppressed 189 enemy drones of various types. 24 hits and falling debris were recorded in several regions of the country.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 05:25 AM • 3508 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with ballistic missiles and 143 drones, 117 targets neutralized

Defense forces neutralized one Iskander-M missile and 116 enemy drones. 22 attack UAVs hit 17 locations in various regions.

War in Ukraine • April 21, 05:59 AM • 10473 views
SBU increases pace of enemy engagement: first in front-line ranking and strengthening long-range strikes - expert

The special service has increased the intensity of strikes in the rear of the Russian Federation and at the front. The Alpha unit eliminated more than 10,000 occupiers and thousands of units of enemy equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 01:40 PM • 3144 views
General Staff confirms repeated strike on Tuapse oil refinery

Defense forces attacked the Tuapse oil refinery, an oil depot in Crimea, and two large landing ships. Ammunition depots and UAVs were also destroyed in several regions.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 11:08 AM • 44419 views
GUR showed the damage to large landing ships and the occupiers' radar in CrimeaVideo

The GUR special unit disabled two large landing ships and the Podlyot station in Sevastopol. The total cost of the destroyed equipment exceeds 155 million dollars.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 06:40 AM • 5057 views
113 out of 142 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

The Defense Forces neutralized 113 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. 28 hits were recorded at 18 locations, and combat operations are currently ongoing.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 05:19 AM • 4492 views
Rumen Radev's pro-Russian party wins Bulgarian elections - exit poll

In the parliamentary elections, "Progressive Bulgaria" received over 38% of the votes. The GERB party came in second, and Radev's political force may get 110 seats in parliament.

Politics • April 19, 06:24 PM • 11734 views
In Crimea, the Taigan lion park was accused of environmental violations and pollution

Environmentalists report mass burning of garbage and burying of bio-waste in Taigan Park. This threatens water pollution for the entire southeast of Crimea.

Society • April 19, 10:49 AM • 16727 views
Air defense forces neutralized 203 drones during Russia's night attack

Defense forces shot down and suppressed 203 out of 236 drones of various types. 32 hits were recorded in 18 locations, combat operations continue in several regions.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:31 AM • 3833 views
SBU hit three Russian ships and a strategic radar station in occupied CrimeaPhotoVideo

Alpha special forces damaged the landing ships Yamal, Azov, and enemy logistics. Radar systems and enemy fuel tanks were also destroyed.

Society • April 18, 11:38 AM • 58088 views
Russian military base recorded in Crimea near former nuclear storage sitePhoto

A site with inflatable structures and sea containers appeared near Krasnokamianka. The object has double security and a lightning protection system.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 07:39 AM • 12521 views
Drone Systems Forces destroyed over 1400 enemy targets in a dayPhoto

Ukrainian drones hit 1483 targets, including 356 occupiers and 362 drones. Since the beginning of April, the total number of hit targets has reached 23340.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 06:41 AM • 4969 views
Russia launched 219 drones at Ukraine - 190 of them were shot downPhoto

The occupiers launched 219 drones from Crimea and the territory of the Russian Federation. Defense forces destroyed 190 UAVs, and hits were recorded at 17 locations in various regions of the country.

Society • April 18, 05:56 AM • 4191 views
In Sevastopol, an oil depot on Cape Manganari is burning after a drone attack - monitorsPhotoVideo

A fire broke out on Cape Manganari as a result of a prolonged drone attack. The occupation authorities confirmed the fire but denied the presence of fuel reserves.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:41 AM • 15143 views
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Donbas offensive by September or war with Europe: what 20,000 reserves will be enough for the enemy

The GUR states that Russia plans to seize Donbas by September with the help of 20,000 reservists. Experts consider these forces insufficient for a large-scale breakthrough.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 02:55 PM • 72194 views
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Ukraine to be covered by rains and frosts this weekend - where to expect the cold snap

Rains and a temperature drop to zero degrees are expected in Ukraine. Forecasters predict dangerous ground and air frosts on April 19-20.

Society • April 17, 10:34 AM • 26342 views
Oschadbank files new arbitration claim against Russia for seizure of assets in 4 regions

The state-owned bank initiated arbitration due to the loss of property in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia regions. The amount of preliminary claims exceeds $1.3 billion.

Economy • April 17, 08:22 AM • 7045 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic Iskander, 147 out of 172 drones neutralized

Air defense shot down and suppressed 147 drones over Ukraine. An Iskander-M ballistic missile and 20 drones hit eight different locations.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 05:23 AM • 3774 views
The General Staff reported the destruction of the Tuapse oil refinery, air defense systems, and enemy concentration points

Defense Forces attacked the Tuapse oil refinery, Buk, Pantsir, and Osa complexes. UAV control points and areas of concentration of occupiers in several zones were hit.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:08 PM • 3396 views
The court released Shufrych under round-the-clock house arrest, the prosecution objected.

The court changed the pre-trial detention measure for the MP from OPZZh in the case of treason and financing of the Russian Guard. Shufrych is obliged to wear an electronic bracelet.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 02:31 PM • 2520 views
SBS confirmed the destruction of air defense systems, the Rubicon drone base, and occupiers' oil depots - "Madyar" showed videoVideo

Unmanned Systems Forces hit 16 enemy targets overnight. Among the occupiers' losses were three air defense systems, two oil depots, and UAV warehouses in the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 12:17 PM • 4504 views
Russian intelligence officers eliminated, prisoner taken - video and details of SSO operation in Donetsk regionVideo

Aerial reconnaissance of the 8th SSO regiment detected an enemy group in a building. One occupier surrendered, and a foreign mercenary was eliminated in close combat without losses on the part of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Society • April 15, 02:25 PM • 10800 views
General Staff confirms damage to S-400 radar and occupiers' drone depot

Defense Forces hit radar stations in Crimea and Zaporizhzhia region. Ammunition depots, fuel, and equipment were destroyed in several regions.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 11:48 AM • 4599 views
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13th blackout at ZNPP - expert explained the threat and named the main risks to the plant's safety

Zaporizhzhia NPP lost external power for the thirteenth time due to Russian attacks. The expert explained the condition of the power units and the consequences of switching to diesel generators.

Society • April 15, 10:54 AM • 42748 views
"Director" of Crimean museum suspected of stealing almost 11,000 exhibits from Kherson - Prosecutor General

According to the investigation, the so-called director of the Tavrida Museum personally selected and packed the collection of the Kherson Art Museum. He faces up to 12 years in prison.

Culture • April 15, 07:11 AM • 6590 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with ballistic missiles, 309 out of 324 drones neutralized

Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 309 enemy drones in various regions. Missile and 13 drone hits were recorded, as well as debris falling in 10 locations.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 05:13 AM • 3813 views
General Staff confirms destruction of occupiers' Nebo-U radar in Crimea and other Russian equipment

Defense Forces hit Nebo-U radar in Feodosia and Kasta-2E and airspace control stations in Belgorod Oblast. A Tor-M1 SAM system was also destroyed in Luhansk Oblast.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 11:22 AM • 2986 views
114 out of 129 Russian drones and one out of 4 missiles neutralized over Ukraine

Air defense forces destroyed one missile and 114 drones in various regions. 12 UAVs were hit at eight locations, and data on missiles are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 05:27 AM • 4003 views
In temporarily occupied Crimea, the personnel crisis in education is rapidly deepening - Center for Countering Disinformation

In Sevastopol, there is a shortage of over a hundred teachers due to a workload of 1. 6 full-time equivalents and meager pay. Attempts by the occupiers to attract students to teaching have failed.

Society • April 14, 01:15 AM • 3738 views
87 out of 98 drones launched by Russia against Ukraine neutralized overnight

Defense forces destroyed 87 enemy drones of various types in the north and east. Nine hits by attack UAVs have been recorded, and the air attack continues.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 05:26 AM • 4123 views