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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 confirms destruction of Nebo-U radar in Crimea and other important enemy targets

The Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Nebo-U radar in Crimea, areas where UAV operators were concentrated, and a logistics warehouse in the occupied territories. This happened on February 13 as part of systemic measures to reduce the aggressor's offensive potential.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 12:51 PM • 3436 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile, 111 out of 154 drones neutralized

On the night of February 13, Russia launched a ballistic missile and 154 drones at Ukraine. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down or suppressed 111 enemy targets.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 06:45 AM • 4573 views
Russia is preparing "international observers" for "elections" in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine - CPDPhoto

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated that his department will ensure "fair international observation" in the State Duma elections in September 2026 in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk, Luhansk, Crimea, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions. The goal is to create an illusion of legitimacy for the electoral processes in the Ukrainian territories seized by Russia.

Politics • February 13, 05:29 AM • 5403 views
Zelenskyy called Heraskevych's disqualification "not about the principles of Olympism" and reminded the IOC of Russia's constant violations

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the IOC's disqualification of Vladyslav Heraskevych due to his "helmet of memory," stating that it is not about the principles of Olympism. He emphasized that sport does not mean oblivion, and the Olympic movement should help stop wars.

Sports • February 12, 12:18 PM • 4056 views
15 out of 24 ballistic missiles, one guided missile, and 197 out of 219 drones were neutralized during the Russian attack

Overnight, Russia attacked Ukraine with 24 ballistic missiles, one Kh-59/69 missile, and 219 drones. 15 ballistic missiles, one guided missile, and 197 drones were neutralized.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 07:23 AM • 3082 views
AFU hit an oil refinery in Volgograd and warehouses in the occupied territories - General StaffPhoto

On the night of February 11, the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck an oil refinery in Volgograd, as well as fuel and lubricants warehouses, MTZ, air defense systems, and enemy concentration areas in the temporarily occupied territories. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a fire at the refinery and is clarifying the extent of the damage.

War in Ukraine • February 11, 01:31 PM • 5985 views
Case of former Deputy Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Sivkovych sent to court

The investigation into the former Deputy Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, who is accused of treason, has been completed. The indictment has been sent to the court for in absentia proceedings.

Politics • February 11, 09:53 AM • 2808 views
Unmanned Systems Forces hit two Tor-M2 anti-aircraft missile systems

Pilots of the Asgard battalion of the 412th Nemesis Brigade of the Unmanned Systems Forces hit two enemy Tor-M2 air defense systems worth about $50 million. Since the beginning of the year, operators of the 412th Brigade have destroyed 13 anti-aircraft missile systems.

War in Ukraine • February 10, 09:14 PM • 10305 views
Activist Edem Bekirov was arrested by her decision: Prosecutor General Kravchenko stated that the "judge" from Crimea received 15 years behind bars

A judge of the occupying court of Crimea has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property for the arrests of Ukrainian military personnel and the persecution of activists. Three judges of the Russian Federation's Appellate Military Court have been notified of suspicion for upholding an illegal verdict against a Ukrainian prisoner of war.

Politics • February 9, 04:10 PM • 3168 views
116 out of 149 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine, part of 11 ballistic Iskanders intercepted

On the night of February 9, Russia attacked Ukraine with 11 ballistic missiles and 149 drones. Air defense shot down or suppressed 116 enemy UAVs and intercepted some of the missiles.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 07:59 AM • 5081 views
Occupying units in Kherson region have critical fuel problems due to strikes on Crimea - "ATESH"

The partisan movement "ATESH" recorded interruptions in fuel supply to Russian troops in the occupied Kherson region. The reason was the strike of the Ukrainian Defense Forces on a railway echelon in Gvardiyske.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 05:32 AM • 4484 views
Recognition of Russia's sovereignty over Crimea or Donbas by any country during a peaceful settlement will be legally invalid - Sybiha

Ukraine seeks to obtain Western security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression. At the same time, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that any recognition of Russia's sovereignty over Crimea or Donbas will be legally invalid.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 05:53 PM • 6197 views
Only Trump can stop Russia's war against Ukraine - Sybiha

Andriy Sybiha told Reuters that only Donald Trump can stop Russia's war against Ukraine. Several unresolved points remain from the 20-point peace plan.

Politics • February 8, 05:25 PM • 4917 views
In Russia's Belgorod, due to energy problems and frost, water is being drained from pipes in hundreds of homes

In Russia's Belgorod, it was decided to drain heating systems in 455 apartment buildings and 51 social institutions. This is due to the lack of expected results from restoration work after the missile strike on December 14.

News of the World • February 8, 02:40 PM • 9220 views
They do this because they understand that Ukraine will not recognize it: Zelenskyy on Russia's demands to recognize Crimea as Russian

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is sending signals to the United States regarding the recognition of Crimea as Russian. Ukraine will not support agreements that contradict the Constitution.

Politics • February 7, 12:21 PM • 8763 views
Combating collaboration: 14 suspicions in a week and over a thousand convictions in 2025

Over the past week, law enforcement officials reported 14 new suspicions of collaborative activities. In 2025, courts have already issued 1,115 verdicts for cooperation with the occupation authorities.

Politics • February 6, 03:53 PM • 3309 views
8 leaders of "Yunarmia" headquarters received suspicions for the militarization of Ukrainian children in the occupation

Eight leaders of the territorial headquarters of "Yunarmia" in the occupied territory of Donetsk region have been notified of suspicion. They are accused of militarizing Ukrainian children.

Society • February 6, 01:38 PM • 3621 views
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Restoration of open competitions for public positions is necessary to receive €50 billion from the EU - Shuliak

Ukraine will resume competitions for public positions to receive €50 billion from the EU. This is stipulated by the Ukraine Facility Plan, and draft law No. 13478-1 is intended to ensure transparent personnel selection.

Economy • February 5, 10:05 AM • 107727 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with two Iskander ballistic missiles, 156 out of 183 drones neutralized

On the night of February 5, the enemy attacked Ukraine with two ballistic missiles and 183 attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 156 enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 06:12 AM • 4021 views
88 out of 105 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

On the night of February 3, Russia attacked Ukraine with 105 attack UAVs of various types. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 88 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 06:20 AM • 4073 views
Switched to the side of the Russian Federation after the occupation of Crimea: 12 former servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine face up to 15 years in prison

Twelve former servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine face up to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. They are accused of desertion and high treason after the occupation of Crimea.

Society • February 3, 02:14 PM • 3932 views
412 out of 450 drones and 38 out of 71 missiles, including all 'Zircon' type missiles, neutralized during Russia's attack on Ukraine

Russia launched a combined attack on Ukraine with 71 missiles and 450 drones. 38 missiles, including all 4 'Zircon' type missiles, and 412 drones were neutralized.

War in Ukraine • February 3, 07:53 AM • 3900 views
"Energy truce" in action - Russia strikes infrastructure with missiles: "Zircon", "Kh-32" and "Iskander-M" used - monitors

On the night of February 3, Russian troops launched a targeted attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, including substations near Kyiv. The occupiers used "Zircon", "Iskander-M" and "Kh-32" missiles, as well as "Shahed" attack drones.

War in Ukraine • February 3, 12:29 AM • 36981 views
5.1 magnitude earthquake recorded in the Sea of AzovPhoto

The Main Center for Special Control recorded a 5. 1 magnitude earthquake in the Sea of Azov near the Crimean Peninsula. The event occurred on February 2, 2026, at a depth of 10 km.

Society • February 2, 03:33 PM • 3382 views
Russia struck Ukraine with a ballistic Iskander, 157 out of 171 drones neutralized

Russia launched a ballistic missile and 171 drones at Ukraine overnight. Of these, 157 were shot down or suppressed by air defense forces.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 07:10 AM • 4430 views
Peak of cold in Ukraine: meteorologist named dates for weakening of frostsPhoto

In Ukraine, the peak of cold weather is expected from February 2 to 4, and from February 5-6, frosts will begin to weaken. Very cold weather is predicted for Sretenie, with temperatures down to -28 degrees at night.

Weather and environment • February 1, 11:56 AM • 81228 views
The GUR special unit successfully destroyed an occupiers' ammunition depot in Kharkiv region without lossesVideo

In December 2025, the "Freedom of Russia Legion" group destroyed an ammunition depot in Kharkiv region. There were no losses among the fighters.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 11:36 AM • 11978 views
Partisans of "ATESH" disabled a communication tower with electronic warfare antennas in Kherson regionVideo

An agent of the partisan movement "ATESH" damaged a transformer cabinet of a communication tower near the village of Strilkove in the Kherson region. This created an aerial "window" for UAV strikes on the occupiers in Crimea.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 06:11 AM • 4856 views
Mostly Crimeans: the names of all who went down with the cruiser "Moskva" have been established

Journalists and volunteers have established the exact number of Russian sailors killed after the strike on the cruiser "Moskva". Most of the victims are residents of Crimea.

Society • February 1, 12:54 AM • 14696 views
A large oil slick and dead birds have been reported off the southern coast of CrimeaPhoto

A large oil slick and dozens of dead birds covered in fuel oil have been reported near Yalta. The occupation authorities deny the fact of pollution, despite satellite images.

Weather and environment • January 31, 12:25 PM • 3746 views