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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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September 26: Alpaca Day, Birthday of the gramophone

According to scientists, the ancestors of alpacas appeared on our planet about 45 million years ago. The Indians of Peru domesticated these animals about six thousand years ago.

UNN Lite • September 26, 03:07 AM • 136510 views
The enemy is attacking: the threat of ballistic missile use from Crimea

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported a threat of ballistic missile attacks from Crimea.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 11:46 PM • 19440 views
Captain of the vessel arrested in Reni suspected of exporting agricultural products through occupied Crimea

The captain of the foreign vessel USKO MFU was served a notice of suspicion of exporting agricultural products through the occupied Crimea. The vessel was detained in the port of Reni, and the captain is suspected of violating the procedure for entering the occupied territory.

Crimes and emergencies • September 25, 01:41 PM • 15983 views
Russians are building new fortifications at the entrances to occupied Yevpatoriya - ATESH

The occupiers are installing new engineering fortifications in Yevpatoriya, according to the underground movement ATESH. This may be related to the “terrorist defense” exercises in Crimea and the growth of the guerrilla movement in the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 12:40 PM • 14360 views
Russia has a submarine in the Black Sea, and the Navy has enemy aircraft on the western coast of Crimea

One Russian submarine was spotted in the Black Sea, guarding a base in Novorossiysk. Enemy aircraft are active on the western coast of Crimea, searching for drones and conducting reconnaissance.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 11:30 AM • 14127 views
Up to 27°C and fog in the west: weather forecast for today

On September 24, Ukraine is expected to have dry weather with temperatures of 22-27°C during the day. Only in the Crimea is it possible to have a light rain, and in the west at night and in the morning - fog.

Society • September 24, 05:15 AM • 53108 views
Czech President: Ukraine should build more realistic scenarios for ending the war

Piotr Pawel believes that part of the Ukrainian territory may temporarily remain under Russian occupation. He predicts that the war could drag on for years, with its end “somewhere in the middle.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 08:27 PM • 70084 views
SSU: group of Russian GRU preparing to seize power in Odesa neutralized

The SSU detained the head and a member of a Russian group's operational and combat group. According to the SBU, the group was planning a violent seizure of power in Odesa.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 07:15 AM • 17507 views
Fog and up to 27°C: weather forecast for today

On September 23, the weather is expected to be dry in Ukraine, with rain possible only in Crimea. The temperature at night will be 6-11°, during the day 20-25°, in some places up to 27°. Fog is possible in the west, northeast wind.

Society • September 23, 05:23 AM • 17318 views
Occupants build towers for air defense systems along the Crimean bridge - Crisis Group

On the island of Tuzla near the Kerch Bridge, Russians are installing metal towers with Pantsir-S1M air defense systems. The 30-35 meter high towers are placed on both sides of the bridge to create a security dome.

War in Ukraine • September 22, 04:19 PM • 34683 views
Warm weather and light clouds are expected in Kyiv region tomorrow

On Monday, partly cloudy weather is forecast in the Kyiv region without precipitation. The temperature at night will be 6-11°, during the day 20-25°, in Kyiv at night about 10°, during the day 22-24°, northeast wind 5-10 m/s.

Society • September 22, 01:11 PM • 19622 views
Explosions occurred in occupied Crimea near Dzhankoy: smoke columns were seen near the airfield

In Crimea, explosions were heard near Dzhankoy after the threat of a “ballistic missile strike” was announced. Eyewitnesses report 4-5 powerful explosions and smoke near the villages of Azovskoye and Peremozhnoye, where a military airfield is located.

War in Ukraine • September 22, 12:58 PM • 46365 views
“ATESH reveals location of rf army supply base in occupied Simferopol

The underground movement “ATESH” has revealed the location of a supply base of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in Crimea. The base stores food supplies for the troops on the peninsula and the Dnipro group.

War in Ukraine • September 22, 12:43 PM • 34764 views
Up to 27 degrees and no precipitation: weather forecast for Monday

At night, the air temperature can drop to 6° Celsius.

Society • September 22, 11:57 AM • 20718 views
It's “loud” in occupied Crimea: explosions were heard in Sevastopol and Simferopol

At least four explosions were heard in occupied Simferopol. Russian air defense systems were operating in Sevastopol and Bakhchisaray, and a missile alert was briefly declared on the peninsula. There were no casualties or damage.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 04:58 PM • 19607 views
Polish Foreign Minister wants a “braver” US approach to Ukraine

The Polish Foreign Minister said that Ukraine needs more weapons and funds to win. He emphasized the need for a strategy for victory, not just for Ukraine's survival.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 08:49 AM • 68894 views
North Korean missiles were stored at a “demilitarized” warehouse in the Krasnodar region of Russia - NSDC CCD

A warehouse in the Krasnodar region of the Russian Federation, attacked by drones, was storing North Korean KN23 missiles and Smerch ammunition.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 08:29 AM • 34417 views
After drone attack on ammunition depots in two regions of Russia fires and detonations are reported, explosions are also heard in Crimea

Ammunition depots are burning in the Tver region and Krasnodar Territory of the Russian Federation after drone attacks. Evacuation was announced in the Tikhoretsky district, and explosions were heard in the occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 06:59 AM • 19536 views
5 missiles and 11 out of 16 Shaheds were destroyed over Ukraine at night, 5 drones were lost as a result of electronic warfare

On the night of September 21, Ukraine's air defense repelled a massive Russian attack, destroying 5 X-59/69 guided missiles and 11 Shahed drones. Another 5 drones were lost as a result of electronic warfare.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 06:10 AM • 18296 views
Sikorsky explains his words on the referendum in Crimea: the proposal was made as part of a hypothetical discussion

The Polish Foreign Minister said that his country supports the territorial integrity of Ukraine. The proposal on Crimea was made as part of a hypothetical discussion on the implementation of Zelenskyy's ideas.

Politics • September 20, 06:53 PM • 24894 views
Crimean journalist Remzi Bekirov has not been released from the punishment cell in a colony in khakassia for almost a month

Crimean journalist Remzi Bekirov, who was convicted in russia, has not been released from the punishment cell in abakan colony for almost a month. Human rights activists call for his release due to harsh conditions of detention.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 03:00 PM • 15004 views
Occupants intensify inspections in the occupied territories of Ukraine - Resistance

Russia is conducting a new wave of filtration measures in the temporarily occupied territories. In Crimea, entire districts are being blocked, and in Kherson region, checks of civilians, especially those who have refused Russian passports, have been intensified.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 03:52 AM • 19533 views
September 20: World Cleanup Day, Rice Day

For the first time, World Cleanup Day was held in 2018, when its participants managed to collect more than 80 thousand tons of garbage around the world. This year, at least 100 million people from 197 countries will join World Cleanup Day.

UNN Lite • September 20, 03:03 AM • 128718 views
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry rejects the proposal for a referendum in Crimea under a UN mandate: “Crimea is Ukraine. Period”

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry responded to a Polish minister's proposal to place Crimea under a UN mandate. According to the Foreign Ministry, the territorial integrity of Ukraine is not subject to discussion.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 07:19 PM • 41593 views
Sikorsky proposed to place Crimea under UN mandate for referendum: Mejlis reacts

The Polish Foreign Minister proposed to place Crimea under a UN mandate for a referendum. The Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar people called this idea unacceptable and contrary to Ukraine's interests.

Society • September 19, 01:56 PM • 16208 views
Occupants in Crimea are testing locals for “disloyalty” under the guise of military exercises - National Resistance Center

A new wave of filtration measures has begun in Crimea under the guise of the “Bars-Crimea” military exercises. The occupiers are tightening control over civilians planning to leave the occupied territories of Kherson region.

Society • September 19, 12:53 PM • 15911 views
Mostly dry and sometimes strong winds: weather forecast for today

On September 19, Ukraine will be mostly without precipitation, with short-term rains possible only in the southwest and Crimea. The temperature will be 21-26°C during the day and 9-14°C at night. In the south and east, wind gusts up to 15-20 m/s.

Society • September 19, 05:27 AM • 17865 views
Guerrillas discovered Buk-M3 SAM in occupied Sevastopol - “ATESH”

Ukrainian guerrillas discovered a Buk-M3 air defense system and a P-18 radar station in the Gagarin district of occupied Sevastopol. This air defense point is capable of detecting and destroying targets at a greater distance.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 07:42 AM • 14089 views
Images of a dictator: three men detained in occupied Crimea for listening to Ukrainian songs

In occupied Crimea, three men were detained for listening to the songs of Okean Elzy. They were accused of disturbing public order and insulting the Russian president because of loud Ukrainian music.

Society • August 19, 09:46 AM • 20545 views
Russian Foreign Ministry denies disruption of secret talks with Ukraine

The Russian Foreign Ministry denied information about the disruption of secret talks with Ukraine on energy infrastructure. The Foreign Ministry spokeswoman recalled Putin's demands for a ceasefire, including Ukraine's relinquishment of territories.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 06:58 PM • 41563 views