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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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Russian submarine hit in Sevastopol port - General Staff

The Ukrainian Defense Forces strike at the Rostov-on-Don submarine and S-400 air defense system in occupied Crimea. The $300 million boat sank in the port of Sevastopol.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 02:00 PM • 102536 views
Occupants set up FSB control center in Chernomorye sanatorium in Yalta

The ATES guerrilla movement discovered an FSB command post in the Chernomorye sanatorium in occupied Yalta. Up to 50 people and 15 FSB vehicles were recorded, as well as the arrival of a commission from Moscow to search for guerrilla movements.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 12:15 PM • 114265 views
Rains and thunderstorms: weather forecast for today

On August 3, short-term rains and thunderstorms are expected in Ukraine, except in the east and southeast. The temperature will be 13-23° at night and 20-34° during the day, depending on the region.

Society • August 3, 06:13 AM • 50320 views
"The work is going on": Budanov admits destruction of Crimean bridge

Kirill Budanov, the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, said that there is a chance that the Crimean bridge will be destroyed in the coming months.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 07:52 PM • 68972 views
Russian Federation attacked Odesa region with three ballistic missiles today - Air Force

The Russian army attacked Odesa region with three ballistic missiles, probably Iskander-M, from the occupied Crimea. During the day, Ukrainian air defense shot down 5 reconnaissance drones in the south of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 04:31 PM • 47612 views
Occupants in Crimea massively cut down trees for construction of fortifications

Russian invaders in the occupied Crimea have started massive felling of trees to build fortifications on the coast. Local residents report trucks with logs heading to the occupiers' positions.

Society • August 2, 02:41 PM • 31865 views
Explosions heard in Odesa - mayor

The mayor of Odesa reported explosions in the city and the threat of ballistic missiles from Crimea. An air alert was declared in Odesa and other regions, and the Ukrainian Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missile attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 11:00 AM • 32571 views
Russia exports Ukrainian grain to Syria through occupied Crimea - ATESH

The occupiers have loaded the stolen grain onto the 'Matros Kishka' ship in Sevastopol to be shipped to Syria. Guerrillas spotted the ship near Yalta, noting the enhanced security measures, which indicates the fear of the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 10:40 AM • 25759 views
Explosions in Sevastopol: shipyard may have been hit, authorities say part of a rocket fell on a residential building

On the night of August 2, explosions occurred in occupied Sevastopol. Local authorities claim to have shot down missiles, one of which fell on the roof of a residential building and another on a pedestrian crossing.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 06:03 AM • 27442 views
Ukraine appeals to UNESCO to protect Tauric Chersonese in Crimea

Ukraine asks UNESCO to protect Chersonesos Tavriya from the illegal actions of the Russian Federation in the occupied Crimea. The occupiers are carrying out construction work and archaeological excavations, which have damaged 80,215 square meters of the monument.

Society • August 1, 02:32 PM • 17005 views
Commander of the Ukrainian Navy thanks Kiper for renaming the boulevard in Odesa

The Ukrainian Navy Commander thanked for renaming a boulevard in Odesa in honor of Ukrainian sailors. This is a recognition of the merits of the military who defend Ukraine from Russian aggression at sea.

Society • August 1, 01:39 PM • 14744 views
Andriushchenko: Opening of railway in Mariupol will allow occupants to shorten logistics route by almost 300 km

In the temporarily occupied Mariupol, the railway station has been reopened after it was completely destroyed. This may allow Russians to shorten the logistics route by almost 300 kilometers and save a day to a week of time.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 01:30 PM • 27779 views
Luhansk TOT has low water supply, people do not have enough for household needs - Luhansk UDA

In the cities of the occupied Luhansk region, water is supplied only for a few hours a day. Residents do not have enough water for their household needs, while the subscription fee is maintained.

Society • August 1, 08:11 AM • 22622 views
Air Force: all 7 "Shaheds" were destroyed at night, Russia attacked with Iskander-M missiles

At night, 7 Russian Shahed drones were shot down over Ukraine. The enemy also attacked with Iskander-M ballistic missiles from the Voronezh region and Crimea. Drones were destroyed in Kyiv, Poltava, Kherson and Dnipro regions.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 06:20 AM • 40212 views
Dry and up to 32° C: weather forecast for today

On August 1, dry and warm weather is expected in Ukraine. The temperature will be 11-21° at night and 24-32° during the day. The wind will be westerly, 5-10 m/s.

Society • August 1, 05:23 AM • 41567 views
“Resistance": the environment in the TOT is at a critical level, with an outbreak of cholera in Crimea among the consequences

The National Resistance Center reports critical pollution of the Azov Sea and Arabat Spit in the occupied territories. The consequences include danger to marine life and an outbreak of cholera in Crimea.

Society • July 31, 04:54 PM • 37269 views
A sharp rise in the incidence of intestinal infections has been recorded in occupied Crimea

The incidence of intestinal infections has increased by 20-30% in Crimea and by 50-60% in Sevastopol. Rospotrebnadzor warns of increased risks of infection in case of poor hygiene and consumption of raw water.

Society • July 31, 03:24 PM • 20334 views
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the alleged downing of 19 UAVs and a Neptune missile: what is known

The Russian Defense Ministry reported an attack on 5 regions of Russia and Crimea on the night of July 31. It is claimed that 19 UAVs and one Neptune missile were shot down over different regions.

News of the World • July 31, 06:14 AM • 15711 views
Crimean journalist Remzi Bekirov, convicted in Russia, is being held in Krasnoyarsk detention center

Remzi Bekirov, a Crimean journalist convicted by the Russian Federation, is being held in a detention center in Krasnoyarsk. He was denied a transfer closer to home, having previously been sentenced to 19 years in prison on charges of involvement in a banned party.

Politics • July 30, 11:30 PM • 45192 views
Fires broke out at 4 power substations in Crimea: Kerch and suburbs are without power

In the occupied Crimea, more than 50,000 consumers have been left without electricity due to a fire at power facilities. Kerch and its suburbs are without electricity, and there is no water supply in part of the peninsula.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 03:49 PM • 32604 views
Guerrillas spotted Russian S-300 near occupied Sevastopol

The underground movement 'ATESH' discovered Russian S-300 air defense systems and radars near Sevastopol in occupied Crimea. The guerrillas passed the exact coordinates of the equipment's location to the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 03:24 PM • 34027 views
Occupants transferred seized Ukrainian resorts to the Ministry of Health - CNS

Russia has transferred the seized Ukrainian resorts to the subordination of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. The occupiers plan to send state employees and students there to compensate for the loss of ordinary tourists.

Society • July 30, 11:39 AM • 36392 views
The Ukrainian Navy “regrets” the cancellation of the Russian parade in the Black Sea: the reason was given

The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson expressed “regret” that Russia did not hold a parade on the occasion of the Navy Day in the Black Sea. He noted that Ukraine could have joined the parade with naval drones.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 08:11 AM • 108796 views
Pletenchuk: russians may increase the load on the Crimean bridge after the destruction of the ferry slavyanin

After the destruction of the slavyanin ferry in the kavkaz port, the occupiers may try to increase the load on the Crimean bridge in an attempt to solve logistical problems.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 08:00 AM • 102540 views
russian federation holds propaganda festivals in the TOT to assimilate youth

In the temporarily occupied territories, the terrorist country has organized festivals to assimilate participants. The events are aimed at erasing national identities and fostering loyalty to the putin regime.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 01:10 AM • 110230 views
Ukraine attacks a number of power substations in Kursk region of Russia - General Staff

Ukrainian defense forces attacked traction power substations in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. The strikes caused power outages in several areas and are aimed at undermining the enemy's military and economic potential.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 05:43 PM • 33708 views
Almost 900 Russian soldiers, most of them ex-citizens of Ukraine, were buried in occupied Crimea

At least 880 Russian army soldiers were buried on the occupied peninsula. The Representative Office of the President of Ukraine in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea suggests that 699 of them were former citizens of Ukraine.

Society • July 29, 02:40 PM • 31080 views
Nine “servants of Themis” from occupied Crimea convicted of treason

Nine judges from the occupied Crimea were sentenced in absentia for treason. They betrayed their oath of office, took positions in the occupation courts and contributed to Russia's subversive activities against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 02:19 PM • 31432 views
Strike on Saki airfield: satellite photos of the airfield after the Ukrainian Armed Forces strike appear

Satellite imagery showed traces of fire and explosions at the Saki airfield in occupied Crimea after the Ukrainian army attack. The General Staff confirmed the attack, and OSINT analysts claimed that a Su-30SM fighter jet was destroyed.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 11:53 AM • 34112 views
Today is the Day of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the role of the Special Forces in repelling Russian aggression

July 29 is the Day of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The Special Operations Forces perform complex combat missions, are NATO-certified, and participate in key operations to defend Ukraine.

Society • July 29, 03:33 AM • 33767 views