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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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Tanks are no longer the main force on the battlefield: how Ukraine changed the perception of modern warfarePhoto

The war in Ukraine is changing military doctrines, where drones are becoming the primary means of attack. Ukraine is actively using mid-strikes and deep strikes to target enemy logistics and strategic facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 25, 02:40 PM • 140713 views
"ATESH" conducted reconnaissance of space communication facilities of the Russian troops in occupied CrimeaPhoto

Representatives of "ATESH" conducted reconnaissance of three objects of the Russian Federation's military infrastructure in western Crimea. The collected materials were handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 25, 04:24 AM • 9058 views
In a large part of occupied Crimea, electricity and water have disappeared, reportedly due to a power grid accident.

On the occupied Crimean peninsula, several districts have been left without power due to a power grid accident. The shutdown of most pumping stations has caused interruptions in water supply.

Society • June 21, 12:12 PM • 9390 views
Commander of the SBS announced strikes on gas infrastructure in Crimea and Russian logistics in the occupied territoriesVideo

The Unmanned Systems Forces struck four gas compressor stations in Crimea and other Russian logistics facilities on the night of June 20. SBS Commander Robert Brovdi reported hitting a bridge, a tugboat, and occupiers' equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 02:47 PM • 52577 views
The General Staff confirmed the strike on the bridge across the Henichesk Strait, used by the enemy for logistics with Crimea

The Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the road bridge across the Henichesk Strait on the night of June 20. Also hit were the Pantsir-S air defense system and enemy UAV control points.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 10:21 AM • 29172 views
The General Staff confirmed the damage to railway bridges in Crimea

On June 18-19, units of the Defense Forces struck railway bridges near Rozdolne and Vladyslavivka in Crimea. The objects were used by the enemy for military transportation.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 03:50 PM • 7474 views
79 out of 90 drones launched by Russia neutralized over Ukraine

On the night of June 19, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 drones. The defense forces shot down or suppressed 79 drones, and 9 UAVs were recorded as hits.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 07:55 AM • 6404 views
Explosions were heard at night in Crimea, Melitopol, and Mariupol: reports of a drone attack and fires

On the night of June 19, explosions were heard in occupied Crimea, Melitopol, and Mariupol amid a drone attack. Fires and the activity of Russian fire teams are reported.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 02:42 AM • 13459 views
The occupation administration in Crimea is evacuating families and property amid strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Agents of the "ATESH" movement are recording the evacuation of families and property by officials and FSB employees from Crimea. Many plan to complete the relocation by June 21.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 12:22 AM • 17925 views
Fedorov showed Pistorius the burning capital of the Russian Federation after the strikesPhoto

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov demonstrated to his German colleague Boris Pistorius the results of the attack on Moscow on June 18. Footage of Ukrainian drones over the Russian capital has appeared online.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:03 PM • 19299 views
General Staff confirmed strikes on the Moscow Oil Refinery, an oil depot, a railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal, and more

The AFU struck the Moscow Oil Refinery, the Gukovo oil depot, and strategic bridges of the occupiers. The destruction of dozens of fuel tanks on Russian territory has been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 08:02 AM • 15039 views
"Cutting off" Crimea: How and with what the "Phalanx" unit is bleeding the enemy dry

The Phalanx Center is destroying enemy logistics using cyber intelligence and drones. Commander Dmytro Filatov stated that a complete blockade of the highway to Crimea is a realistic goal.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 05:31 AM • 24828 views
4 out of 7 Russian ballistic missiles and 212 out of 239 drones neutralized overnight over Ukraine

Russia launched 7 ballistic missiles and 239 drones at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed 4 missiles and 212 UAVs; hits were recorded at nine locations.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 05:19 AM • 6051 views
Strategic railway and road bridges are on fire in Crimea following an attackVideo

Railway and road bridges near Rozdolne were attacked overnight. A fire is also ongoing at the railway junction near the Vladyslavivka station.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 04:25 AM • 46130 views
Attack on railway bridge over North Crimean Canal reported in Crimea

A railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal near the village of Rozdolne was attacked in Crimea. Eyewitnesses report 20 explosions and a major fire at the facility.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 10:35 PM • 10683 views
Russia fears Ukrainian landing in Crimea and strengthens defense on the peninsula - Pletenchuk

The Navy spokesperson reported on Russia's preparations for a Ukrainian landing in Crimea. The occupiers are actively strengthening vulnerable areas to defend the peninsula.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 06:57 PM • 4824 views
Occupiers' operational headquarters in Crimea switches to 24-hour operation due to fear of strikes - partisans

Starting June 21, the operational headquarters of the occupied peninsula will work around the clock in anticipation of powerful strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The occupation administration is hastily evacuating the remains of its headquarters.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 04:56 PM • 5047 views
Handed over paintings by Aivazovsky, Kuindzhi, and Kalmykov to the occupiers – former director of Mariupol museum served with notice of suspicionPhoto

The former director of the Mariupol museum is suspected of handing over paintings by Aivazovsky, Kuindzhi, and Kalmykov to the occupiers. According to the investigation, the canvases, valued at 26 million UAH, were transported to occupied Donetsk.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 06:57 AM • 46005 views
97 out of 119 Russian drones neutralized overnight over Ukraine

On the night of June 17, the enemy launched 119 UAVs of various types. Air defense forces neutralized 97 drones, with hits recorded at 11 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 05:16 AM • 4707 views
Over fifty regions of the Russian Federation and the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine face fuel shortages – mediaPhoto

Due to attacks on oil refineries, oil production in the Russian Federation has dropped to a one-year low. Limits on fuel sales have been introduced in 53 regions and in the occupied territories.

Economy • June 17, 03:28 AM • 4513 views
The retribution conveyor is working: Unmanned Systems Forces attacked the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk, where Russian units were basedVideo

Unmanned Systems Forces struck the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk and five radar stations in Crimea. Fire Point drones were used for the attacks on the occupiers' facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 03:24 PM • 5564 views
New strikes on bridges leading to Crimea recorded in occupied Kherson region

Overnight, drones attacked bridges across Chonhar and onto the Arabat Spit. Traffic through Chonhar is completely blocked, while a reversible traffic flow has been introduced in Henichesk.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 07:27 AM • 6060 views
Russia is preparing to evacuate Black Sea Fleet command structures from occupied Sevastopol - ATESH

The command of the Russian Black Sea Fleet plans to relocate its administrative bodies from occupied Sevastopol to Novorossiysk. Officers are already moving their families.

War in Ukraine • June 14, 07:09 AM • 11886 views
Ukrainian Air Defense Destroyed 91 out of 98 Enemy Strike Drones

On the night of June 14, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 98 drones of various types from five directions. Air defense forces neutralized 91 enemy UAVs.

Society • June 14, 06:07 AM • 9080 views
Details revealed regarding the operation to "cut off" temporarily occupied Crimea by the new AFU unit "Phalanx"

Details have emerged regarding the operation of the AFU's new multi-domain center "Phalanx," which carried out a series of strikes on bridges in temporarily occupied Crimea. Using middle-strike drones, the Ukrainian military is attempting to block the Russian army's logistics on the Zaporizhzhia front.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 07:56 PM • 123966 views
"Negotiations and meetings must not be empty": Zelenskyy announces active diplomacy in the coming weeks

Ukraine is preparing for the opening of the first cluster of negotiations with the European Union and participation in the G7, EU, and NATO summits. The President expects new sanctions against the Russian Federation and the strengthening of air defense.

Politics • June 13, 07:35 PM • 10600 views
"Magyar" confirmed the strike on "Crimean Titan" – shared the footageVideo

A "courtesy visit" was paid to the Crimean Titan plant on the night of June 13. Production has been suspended.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 03:44 PM • 11569 views
AFU strike Dzhankoi checkpoint, railway bridge, and pontoon crossing in CrimeaVideo

The AFU hit the Dzhankoi checkpoint, a railway bridge, and a pontoon crossing in Crimea. The operation is aimed at the complete blockade of enemy logistics and crossings.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 10:23 AM • 58866 views
Occupiers report strikes on Chongar Bridge and traffic closurePhoto

Occupiers report strikes on Chongar Bridge and traffic closure toward Dzhankoi. A reversible traffic mode has been introduced at the crossing to the Arabat Spit.

Society • June 13, 07:41 AM • 8057 views
RF attacked Ukraine with 118 UAVs - hits reported in three locations, 110 drones shot downPhoto

The Defense Forces destroyed 110 out of 118 enemy drones launched from the territory of the Russian Federation and occupied regions. Hits were recorded at three locations.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 06:02 AM • 5090 views