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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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General Staff confirmed strikes on some of the largest oil depots in Crimea and an FSB command post

General Staff confirmed strikes on oil depots in Crimea and an FSB post in the Belgorod region. Ammunition depots and enemy concentrations in Donbas were also hit.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 07:49 AM • 4330 views
124 out of 155 Russian drones neutralized overnight over Ukraine

Air defense shot down 124 out of 155 drones during a night attack on Ukraine. Hits were recorded in 17 locations; combat operations against the remaining targets are ongoing.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 05:19 AM • 4170 views
Crimean occupation authorities lie about the true causes of fuel and food shortages on the peninsula - ISW

Due to strikes on infrastructure and bridges, a shortage of fuel and basic products has emerged in Crimea. Occupation authorities cite "natural lulls in harvest cycles" as the reason.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 03:02 AM • 5517 views
FP-2 drones hit two oil facilities in temporarily occupied CrimeaVideo

On the night of June 7, Special Operations Forces struck the "Semykolodezyanska" oil depot and a marine oil terminal in Feodosia. According to Fire Point co-owner Denys Shtilerman, the strike was carried out by FP-2 drones.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 11:59 AM • 44467 views
AFU struck a strategic bridge in the Chonhar area on the route to occupied CrimeaPhoto

The AFU struck the Chonhar Bridge, which connects occupied Crimea with southern Ukraine. Traffic via Dzhankoi has been suspended, and Russian logistics have faced new difficulties.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 11:39 AM • 4083 views
SOF struck a strategic oil depot and a marine terminal in occupied CrimeaVideo

On the night of June 7, the SOF struck the Semykolodezyanska oil depot and a marine terminal in Crimea. These facilities provided fuel for the occupying forces on the peninsula.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 10:53 AM • 3470 views
Occupiers attacked Ukraine with 236 drones on the night of June 7; hits recorded at 13 locations

Air defense shot down 215 out of 236 drones of various types launched by Russia. 17 hits were recorded at 13 locations, and debris fell in nine other places.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 05:55 AM • 3913 views
Food crisis: most popular food products begin to disappear from stores in CrimeaVideo

Due to shortages, Crimea has restricted the sale of essential goods per person. Amid the panic, people have begun buying up products to "stock up."

Society • June 7, 05:03 AM • 12011 views
Russians are systematically attacking logistics between Kharkiv and Sumy - "Flash"PhotoVideo

Occupiers are striking a section of the highway near Bohodukhiv, 20 km from the border. Risks for civilian transport on the route between Kharkiv and Sumy are increasing.

Society • June 6, 04:40 PM • 10369 views
AFU Special Operations Forces establish fire control over Russia's land corridor to CrimeaVideo

SOF fighters control the Melitopol-Chongar route and are destroying enemy equipment. The logistics of supplying fuel and weapons to Crimea have already been significantly complicated.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 12:33 PM • 44853 views
One person killed in attack on Turkish fishermen off the coast of Russian-occupied Sevastopol

The Turkish vessel DURU 67 was attacked near Sevastopol and subsequently sank. One fisherman was killed and five others were injured during the attack.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 12:00 PM • 17079 views
Occupiers have effectively closed the "land corridor" to Crimea and key highways in the Luhansk region - Andriushchenko

Occupiers have banned passenger transportation on highways to Crimea and in the Luhansk region. Movement was restricted due to Ukrainian drone strikes on military logistics.

Society • June 6, 10:27 AM • 17749 views
249 out of 272 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

On the night of June 6, the enemy launched 272 drones of various types across Ukraine. Air defense forces destroyed 249 drones, however, hits were recorded at 11 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 05:43 AM • 3816 views
Sevastopol is drowning in garbage and rats due to the actions of the occupation authorities - NRCPhotoVideo

In Sevastopol, unsanitary conditions and an invasion of rats are being recorded due to uncollected garbage. The cause of the collapse is the overloading of infrastructure networks caused by the massive influx of Russians.

Society • June 6, 03:32 AM • 11861 views
Putin's party is leading Bucha executioners and abductors of Ukrainian children to the Russian State Duma - CCD

The lists of the "United Russia" party include individuals involved in the murders in Bucha and the deportation of children. Seven electoral districts have been created in the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 02:28 AM • 12201 views
Strict food sales restrictions introduced in SevastopolVideo

Due to strikes on logistics, the sale of oil and pasta has been restricted in Sevastopol. Gasoline is now issued only via vouchers with a limit of up to 20 liters per person.

Society • June 5, 11:04 PM • 25039 views
Sweden to transfer seized Russian "shadow fleet" vessel Caffa to Ukraine

A Swedish court has authorized the transfer of the vessel Caffa, suspected of transporting grain from Crimea, to Ukraine. The owners have three weeks to appeal the decision.

News of the World • June 5, 05:58 PM • 5652 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with two missiles; 198 out of 216 drones neutralized

The enemy launched 216 drones and 2 missiles at Ukraine overnight. Air defense forces neutralized 198 drones, while the enemy missiles failed to reach their targets.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 05:19 AM • 3947 views
Free sale of gasoline has been completely halted in occupied Crimea - Aksyonov

In occupied Crimea, the sale of gasoline for cash has been suspended due to a shortage. Fuel will only be issued via coupons in 20-liter increments under the supervision of officials.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 03:38 PM • 4246 views
"Madyar" showed how his "birds" hunted down a patrol ship and a "Pantsir" missile systemVideo

The Unmanned Systems Forces struck a Svitlyak-class patrol boat, a Pantsir-S1 air defense system, and locomotives in the occupied territories. A navigation system, transformers, and fuel tanks were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 11:00 AM • 3727 views
Russian military profit from fuel shortages in Crimea and resell it on the black market - NRC

Occupiers in Crimea are stealing fuel and reselling it for 160 rubles per liter. Due to the shortage, shadow advertisements are appearing en masse across the peninsula.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 09:12 AM • 7960 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with ballistics; 264 out of 293 drones neutralized

Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 264 enemy drones out of 293 launched. An Iskander-M missile strike and 24 drone hits were recorded across 11 different locations.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 05:17 AM • 3922 views
Russia demands 47 million euros from Rheinmetall for a military center previously attacked by Ukrainian drones

Russia is demanding 47 million euros from Rheinmetall for an unfinished center in Mulino. Work was halted in 2014 due to sanctions following the annexation of Crimea.

News of the World • June 4, 01:58 AM • 4819 views
Massive drone attack and explosions near military facilities reported in Crimea

Explosions rang out near military airfields and oil depots in occupied Crimea. Reports indicate a massive drone attack and a strike on a military unit.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 08:59 PM • 24379 views
Russian attack on Dnipro on June 3: ATB warehouses on fire, casualties reported

The occupiers struck ATB warehouses in Dnipro, wounding six people. Five victims were hospitalized, three of whom are in serious condition.

Society • June 3, 03:14 PM • 16381 views
General Staff confirmed strikes on an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, ships in Kronstadt, and the Progress plant

The AFU struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, ships in Kronstadt, the Progress plant, and the Saki airfield. The shutdown of the Zenzevatka oil pumping station was also confirmed.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 08:15 AM • 22730 views
189 out of 198 drones launched by Russia against Ukraine neutralized overnight

On the night of June 3, the enemy launched 198 drones of various types. Air defense forces shot down and suppressed 189 drones; eight hits were recorded across seven locations.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 05:09 AM • 3649 views
Unmanned Systems Forces hit a "Pantsir", radar, and HQ equipment of the Russian Federation in Crimea and Donetsk region – "Madyar"

The USF hit a Pantsir-S1 air defense system, a Neva radar, a tugboat, and command posts in Crimea and the Donetsk region. In Shyrokyne, at least 11 units of enemy equipment were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:07 PM • 3362 views
General Staff confirmed the strike on a Russian ship and the Ilsky oil refinery, with damage reported at two others

The AFU struck the Ilsky, Novoshakhtinsky, and Saratov oil refineries. Damage to a Pantsir-S1 air defense system and an occupiers' ship in Crimea has been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 07:49 AM • 3956 views
228 out of 265 drones neutralized during Russian attack

Russia attacked Ukraine with 265 drones of various types, of which air defense neutralized 228 units. 27 hits were recorded at 18 locations; the enemy attack is ongoing.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 05:15 AM • 4092 views