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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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298 out of 339 enemy drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

Defense Forces shot down and suppressed 298 out of 339 enemy drones of various types. 20 hits were recorded, and another 20 drones remain in the airspace.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 05:42 AM • 3796 views
The occupation authorities of Yalta are destroying Crimea's historical heritage through development - CNSVideo

The gauleiters allowed development in protected areas and tree felling in Yalta. Chekhov's museum was threatened, and the mansion of architect Krasnov has already been demolished.

Society • April 1, 04:30 AM • 4845 views
Russian military transport An-26 crashed in Crimea: 6 crew members and 23 passengers died

The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed the death of 6 crew members and 23 passengers of a military transport An-26 aircraft in Crimea. The cause of the crash during the flight is called a technical malfunction.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 10:34 PM • 13368 views
Russian An-26 plane disappeared over Crimea during a scheduled flight: 30 Russian servicemen were on board - Media

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported losing contact with the aircraft over the peninsula. The fate of the crew is unknown; according to media reports, 30 Russian servicemen were on board.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 08:59 PM • 30562 views
New types of assessment for university admission are being introduced in Ukraine

Applicants will be able to enroll based on the results of European graduation exams. For residents of the temporarily occupied territories, grades in Ukrainian language and history will be taken into account.

Society • March 31, 09:48 AM • 11500 views
Ukrainians can expect warmer weather and intermittent rains in early April - forecaster

On April 1st, temperatures in Ukraine are expected to reach up to +17 degrees, though western regions will be cooler. In Kyiv and most regions, rains are expected.

Society • March 31, 08:43 AM • 4112 views
Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 267 Russian drones during a night attackPhoto

The Air Force destroyed or suppressed 267 out of 289 drones of various types during a massive strike. 20 hits were recorded at 11 locations in different regions.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 05:03 AM • 4789 views
General Staff confirms damage to Alchevsk Metallurgical Combine and Russian S-400 launcher in Crimea

Defense Forces hit a metallurgical plant, a military echelon, and an S-400 system. Strikes were also carried out on command posts and concentrations of personnel.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 08:57 AM • 4798 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed three Smerch MLRS and occupiers' fuel bases - "Madyar"Video

Fighters of the 414th brigade eliminated three Smerch installations and a TZM in Crimea. Also, in cooperation with the SBU, enemy fuel tanks in Luhansk region were destroyed.

Society • March 29, 11:26 AM • 4973 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a Kinzhal missile and 442 attack UAVs - Air ForcePhoto

Defense Forces destroyed 380 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. 16 drones hit 7 locations and debris fell in 14 places.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 06:35 AM • 4523 views
Kremlin to forcibly seize 3 trillion rubles of Russians' pension savings - intelligence

Moscow plans to transfer the funds of 37 million citizens to a new state scheme. The money will be used to finance state projects amid sanctions and war.

News of the World • March 28, 02:09 PM • 7810 views
Defense Forces attacked a strategic oil refinery in Yaroslavl Oblast - General Staff

The Defense Forces hit an oil refinery with a capacity of 15 million tons of oil per year and a number of warehouses in the occupied territories. Fires continue in Leningrad Oblast.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 01:56 PM • 7266 views
Russia launched 273 drones at Ukraine, with the main strike targeting Odesa region; 252 neutralized

Defense Forces destroyed or suppressed 252 enemy UAVs of various types. 21 hits were recorded at 18 locations, and debris fell in nine places.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 08:19 AM • 19018 views
The first dolphins of the year have been spotted in Tuzly Lagoons in Odesa OblastPhoto

Five dolphins were recorded in the national park's waters while hunting for fish. Due to the war and environmental disasters, over 80,000 individuals have already died.

Society • March 27, 03:11 PM • 4177 views
SOF hit four strategic enemy targets in eastern Ukraine and a base in CrimeaVideo

Special forces destroyed logistics hubs and command posts in Velyka Novosilka. A naval drone base in Sevastopol and an enemy training ground were also attacked.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 11:52 AM • 4418 views
General Staff confirmed the destruction of the Russian Valdai radar complex in Crimea, as well as enemy command posts and warehouses

Defense Forces hit the Russian Valdai radar complex in Crimea and command posts. Ammunition and equipment depots in the occupied territories were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 10:06 AM • 4141 views
Overnight, 93 out of 102 drones launched by Russia were neutralized over Ukraine

Defense forces destroyed 93 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. Nine hits were recorded at eight locations, and debris fell in four places.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 06:38 AM • 4213 views
Mass disappearance of underage girls in Crimea: CNS records new cases

Underage girls aged 12-18 are massively disappearing on the occupied peninsula. The occupation authorities ignore investigations and conceal details of the crimes.

Society • March 26, 05:15 AM • 19270 views
Yale University: Gazprom and Rosneft funded the deportation of thousands of Ukrainian children to Russia

Over 2,100 Ukrainian children were taken to Russian camps with funds from Russian oil giants. A Yale University report links these actions to the war crimes of the aggressor country.

Society • March 26, 02:14 AM • 24226 views
The case of Gauleiter Saldo has been sent to court

The Prosecutor General's Office has sent an indictment against Saldo to court for exporting grain to Syria and Egypt. The occupiers appropriated agricultural products worth over UAH 5.3 billion.

Crimes and emergencies • March 25, 07:37 AM • 4039 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 147 more drones overnight, 121 were neutralized

Air defense forces shot down and suppressed 121 enemy drones of various types. 24 attack UAVs were hit, and the consequences of the enemy attack are being eliminated.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 06:44 AM • 5861 views
General Staff confirms damage to Russian Bastion launch system in Crimea

Defense Forces hit a launch system in Aktach and command posts in the occupied territories. Strikes were also carried out on areas of enemy concentration.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 09:43 AM • 4216 views
25 out of 34 missiles and 365 out of 392 drones neutralized during massive Russian attack

Russia launched 34 missiles and 392 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense forces destroyed 390 targets, and hits were recorded at 22 locations across the country.

Society • March 24, 07:09 AM • 5444 views
Russia continues construction of the landing ship "Ivan Rogov" in Kerch despite the warPhoto

At the Zaliv shipyard, the deck of the 30,000-ton displacement vessel has been formed. The largest ship of the Russian fleet is scheduled to begin trials in 2027.

News of the World • March 24, 12:59 AM • 19346 views
Russia stole 2 million tons of Ukrainian grain last year and sold it in Africa, Asia, and Europe - Sybiha

Last year, Russia sold stolen grain in Africa, Asia, and Europe to finance the war. About 40% of the illegally exported products went to Egypt.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 02:25 PM • 4794 views
234 out of 251 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

The Air Force shot down and suppressed 234 enemy drones of various types. 17 hits were recorded at 11 locations and debris fell in 8 places.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 06:18 AM • 5499 views
Russia launched 139 UAVs at Ukraine on the night of March 22Photo

Air defense forces shot down 127 enemy drones of various types during the night attack. Eight hits and debris falls were recorded in fourteen locations.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 07:26 AM • 5999 views
Most regions of Ukraine will have dry weather - forecasters gave a forecast for March 22Photo

Variable cloudiness without precipitation is expected in Ukraine, with daytime temperatures up to 13 degrees. Gusts of wind are possible in Crimea, and wet snow at night in the Carpathians.

Society • March 21, 02:58 PM • 5400 views
Russia launched 154 drones at Ukraine on the night of March 21 - Ukrainian Air ForcePhoto

Defense forces destroyed 148 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. Hits were recorded at four locations and debris fell in seven places.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 07:25 AM • 6925 views
UAV strike on Chernihiv region on March 21 - the regional center was de-energizedPhoto

A Russian attack on an object in Nizhyn district left 430,000 subscribers without electricity. Critical infrastructure and transport switched to generators.

Society • March 21, 06:53 AM • 10695 views