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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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SSO of Ukraine destroyed S-300 complex radar in occupied Crimea

The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine successfully destroyed the radar station of the S-300 complex at a military airfield near Saki. This significantly weakened the air defense of the occupiers on the western coast of Crimea.

War in Ukraine • September 1, 06:40 AM • 4322 views
Ukrainian air defense neutralized 76 out of 86 drones launched by Russia overnight

On the night of September 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 86 attack drones and decoy drones. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 76 enemy UAVs.

War in Ukraine • September 1, 06:26 AM • 3106 views
New Ukrainian "Flamingo" missiles may have been used for the first time to strike a Russian base in Crimea.Photo

Satellite images confirmed the damage to a Russian border base in the Armiansk area of Crimea, where a barracks was completely destroyed. The strike could have been carried out by the new long-range "Flamingo" missiles, which Ukraine has begun mass-producing.

War in Ukraine • September 1, 01:01 AM • 15645 views
Ukrainians demand international guarantees for ceasefire: social survey dataPhoto

Over 70% of Ukrainians agree to a ceasefire only with international security guarantees. A survey by the "Rating" group showed that 75% of respondents demand guarantees from the USA and European countries.

Society • August 31, 03:49 PM • 7593 views
In Crimea, HUR fighters once again destroyed a number of important enemy targetsVideo

Fighters of the HUR unit "Prymary" destroyed the Utyos-T radar complex, the RT-70 radio telescope, and other targets in occupied Crimea. The demilitarization of the peninsula continues.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 03:15 PM • 4948 views
Crimean reservoirs hold 86 million cubic meters of water: details

As of August 30, the reservoirs of occupied Crimea have accumulated 86 million cubic meters of water. More than 70 settlements on the peninsula are experiencing water shortages.

Society • August 31, 01:27 PM • 13650 views
On the territory of the airfield in occupied Simferopol, the invaders lost two helicoptersVideo

On August 30, Ukrainian drones destroyed two Mi-8 and Mi-24 helicopters at the airfield in Simferopol. Russian sources recorded UAV movement around 06:30 AM.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 10:07 AM • 18162 views
Ukrainian defenders repelled a massive drone attack: over 120 Russian Armed Forces drones destroyed

On the night of August 31, Ukraine repelled an attack of 142 attack drones and imitators. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 126 enemy UAVs and drone imitators.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 06:18 AM • 4784 views
The number of schoolchildren in occupied Mariupol has significantly decreased compared to 2021.

In Mariupol, 17,000 students are planned to be educated this academic year, including 1,300 first-graders. This is significantly less than the 40,000 children in 2021, which indicates the departure of most of the population.

Society • August 30, 10:30 PM • 4352 views
In occupied Sevastopol, the lowest enrollment rate for first-graders in recent years: the number has decreased by almost a third

In annexed Crimea, the number of children entering first grade has sharply decreased. In Sevastopol, as of August 25, only 4211 students were enrolled in schools.

News of the World • August 30, 06:31 PM • 4784 views
Defence Intelligence of Ukraine destroyed an explosives warehouse in Russia's Tula region - sources

Ukrainian intelligence attacked an underground explosives warehouse at a chemical plant in Russia's Tula region. The warehouse stored pyroxylin powder, and local residents heard explosions.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 12:06 PM • 4512 views
It was "loud" in Crimea: an uneasy morning is reported in the areas of Armyansk, the airport in Simferopol, and the Saki airfield.PhotoVideo

Explosions have been recorded in occupied Crimea in Armyansk, Simferopol, Novofedorivka, and Saki. Hits are reported in the area of airports and the suspension of maritime transport in Sevastopol.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 08:58 AM • 7643 views
Number of schools teaching Russian in Berlin is growing - Media

The number of Berlin schools teaching Russian has increased to 60 in the 2024/25 academic year, while the number of Russian language teachers has decreased. The Senate Administration did not provide information on the impact of Russian aggression on language teaching.

News of the World • August 29, 06:23 PM • 5416 views
UOC-MP acolyte Poroshenko went against his own: recognized the Moscow Patriarchate as part of the Russian Orthodox Church, although he built his career on this church - expert

Petro Poroshenko stated the need to recognize the UOC-MP as a structure of the Russian Orthodox Church, which contradicts his long-standing cooperation with the Moscow Patriarchate. Expert Petro Oleschuk believes that the politician used the church for career advancement.

Society • August 29, 12:05 PM • 3123 views
Defence Intelligence of Ukraine confirmed the damage to Russian S-400 radar in Crimea: video shownVideo

Special forces of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine on the night of August 28, 2025, struck the Russian 91N6E radar complex, part of the S-400 "Triumf" system, in temporarily occupied Crimea. The demilitarization of the peninsula continues, the enemy's "triumph" has been "blinded."

War in Ukraine • August 29, 07:26 AM • 3978 views
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Ministry of Defense explained the strategic importance of Crimea and whether it can be returned by military means

First Deputy Minister of Defense Ivan Havryliuk explained the economic and military-political significance of Crimea for Ukraine. He noted that the military return of the peninsula is complicated due to Russia's and its allies' resource advantage.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 03:40 PM • 82035 views
"For 10-15 years, there is an understanding of how to move": Ukraine has a vision of how to return all temporarily occupied territories - Ministry of Defense

Ukraine has a vision for the return of all temporarily occupied territories. Kyiv, together with partners, modeled military situations 10-15 years in advance.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 02:41 PM • 4312 views
CSKA President Giner suspected of supplying electricity to Crimean occupation structures

The Prosecutor General's Office announced a new suspicion against Yevgeny Giner, president of FC CSKA. His company supplied electricity to the occupation administration and Russian security forces in Crimea for over 206 million rubles.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 01:40 PM • 3092 views
The Ministry of Defense stated that Russia's military potential is gradually decreasing

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine stated that Russia's military potential is gradually decreasing, despite its mobilization resources and weapon reserves. Russia's aggression has escalated into a war of attrition, where Ukraine is strengthening its positions.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 11:16 AM • 3707 views
Russian Buyan-M ship hit in the Sea of Azov - HURPhotoVideo

On August 28, 2025, the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) hit the Russian small missile ship "Buyan-M" in the Sea of Azov. The ship was damaged by a drone strike on its radar and an attack by special forces.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 09:13 AM • 11457 views
Sevastopol under attack by unknown drones: what is known

Near Sevastopol, Russian air defense destroyed three unknown aerial targets. Infrastructure was not damaged, residents are advised to remain calm.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 08:59 PM • 4045 views
"Under Poroshenko, Putin earned $36 billion from "Druzhba", and now the MP is trying to claim credit for its undermining" – military expert

People's Deputy Petro Poroshenko is speculating on the undermining of the main oil pipeline "Druzhba" by Ukrainian military and is trying to show his involvement in this special operation.

Politics • August 27, 09:52 AM • 6621 views
Ukrainian drones paralyzed the work of oil refineries, Russia is experiencing a fuel collapse - AP

Many Russian cities and regions are experiencing fuel shortages after Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries. Authorities are introducing fuel rationing, prices are rising, and drivers are queuing for kilometers.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 08:38 AM • 7182 views
74 out of 95 enemy drones neutralized over Ukraine

Ukrainian air defense forces neutralized 74 out of 95 Shahed drones and decoys launched by the Russian Federation overnight. 21 drones hit 9 locations in the north, south, and east of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 06:19 AM • 3430 views
FSB agent prepared new enemy strikes on Kyiv and collected data near the National Guard and TCR, she was detained - SBU

The SBU detained an FSB agent in Kyiv who was collecting data on administrative buildings of the Defense Forces and TCR. The enemy planned to use the information for terrorist attacks and air strikes on the capital.

Kyiv • August 26, 09:00 AM • 5232 views
SOF confirmed the disabling of occupiers' logistics facilities in Crimea

The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted a special operation in temporarily occupied Crimea. As a result, logistics facilities that ensure the functioning and combat supply of military units of the Russian army were disabled.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 08:33 AM • 4386 views
New hits on railway and infrastructure recorded in CrimeaPhoto

In occupied Crimea, hits were recorded on the Urozhaina railway station in Krasnohvardiiske and a fuel train in Dzhankoi. A possible strike on an oil depot near the railway in Dzhankoi is also reported.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 07:08 AM • 3661 views
Turkey is building a land route between China and Europe, which will displace Russia from the Eurasian market - SZRU

Turkey has begun construction of a 224-kilometer railway line worth $2. 8 billion, connecting the country with Nakhchivan via Azerbaijan. This project will become part of the "Middle Corridor" between China and Europe, bypassing Russia, and can reduce goods delivery time by 10-15 days.

Economy • August 25, 07:48 PM • 8400 views
Fuel crisis in Russia spreads: Kuril Islands left without AI-92 gasoline for the public

On the Kuril Islands, the sale of AI-92 gasoline to the public has been completely stopped, leaving it only for official needs. The head of the district reported that there is only enough gasoline for special transport, and a new batch is expected "soon."

Economy • August 25, 03:06 PM • 4097 views
Budanov believes that the partnership between Ukraine and the USA is the key to victory in the war - Newsmax

Kyrylo Budanov considers Ukraine's cooperation with the USA decisive for victory over Russia. He emphasizes that cooperation with Washington is key to deterring the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 12:26 PM • 5680 views