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Oleh Zubkov, owner of Crimean zoos and a collaborator with the Russian occupation authorities, is to stand trial for removing animals from the Askania-Nova Nature Reserve in Kherson Oblast.
A US Air Force military transport plane made a rare and unannounced landing in Moscow, with the Kremlin stating it had no knowledge of its purpose. This event occurred amidst new US sanctions aimed at pressuring Iran's economy.
A 32-year-old Russian woman, described by friends as ordinary with a passion for travel and adventure, is at the center of a high-profile case in Russian-occupied Crimea, accused by Russia of killing a fleet commander.
France has pledged to provide Ukraine with interceptor missiles to counter intensified Russian attacks, as President Zelensky vows a strong response to recent strikes. This comes amidst ongoing discussions about Ukraine's air defense needs and the economic impact of refinery strikes.
A trail of cocaine has been traced to Crimea and Russia, with an escaped Montenegrin police officer, Milović, and Ojdanić, reportedly preparing new operations. Messages on Sky ECC indicate serious individuals involved in the security sector.
More than 15 explosions were reported in Simferopol, with flashes seen near the Tavriyskaya Thermal Power Plant, leading to power outages across several cities in occupied Crimea.
Ukraine has demanded the confiscation of working documents belonging to Russian researchers from annexed Crimea at the upcoming Byzantinist Congress in Vienna.
Russia claims to have struck two Ukrainian ships in the Black Sea, while a Russian drone reportedly crossed into Moldovan airspace during an attack on Ukraine. Separately, a Greek-run tanker carrying Russian oil was also attacked in the Black Sea.
Ukrainian forces claim to have struck a Russian factory producing rocket fuel and attacked a Bastion coastal missile system in Crimea, though these claims have not yet been independently verified.
Margarita Reut, a 32-year-old Russian escort, has been arrested and accused of assassinating Robert Shagueyev, a former Ukrainian submarine commander who joined the Russian Navy after the annexation of Crimea, allegedly acting on orders from Kyiv.
NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Latvian airspace, with Latvia blaming 'Russian electromagnetic warfare' for the incident. This marks the second time this summer that NATO aircraft have intervened to neutralize a drone in the region.
In the Rostov and Voronezh regions, as well as in annexed Crimea, Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) is dismantling the border zone that separates Russia from Russian-occupied Ukrainian territory. The independent Russian investigative outlet Agentstvo reported the move, citing the FSB’s orders.
A former Ukrainian submarine commander who defected to Russia was killed in an explosion in Sevastopol, with unconfirmed reports identifying the victim as a Russian serviceman. This incident follows other Ukrainian military actions, including the destruction of a Russian command post and claims of damaging air defense systems in Crimea.
Ukraine has reportedly ceased attacks on tankers following a US request, but continues to target Russian ports, with recent drone strikes causing damage and operational halts at grain terminals and an oil refinery in Novorossiysk and Orsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine's ombudsman reports at least 375 Ukrainian deaths in Russian captivity, and law enforcement has charged Russian detention center staff with torture.
Ukrainian military spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk stated that Novorossiysk is now the only viable base for Russia's Black Sea Fleet after its inability to fully utilize Crimea as a naval base.
In Feodosiia, located in temporarily occupied Crimea, Russian forces have reportedly covered an oil depot with anti-drone nets as a defensive measure.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian oil-refining city of Nizhnekamsk, located deep within Russia, has killed 13 people, including a child. This marks one of the deadliest Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory in two years.
Ukrainian forces have reportedly established control over sections of crucial highways that Russia uses to supply its troops in occupied Crimea, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
Russian security forces have carried out raids on the homes of Crimean Tatars in northern Crimea, a territory temporarily occupied by Russia.
Authorities reported that two people were killed in a Ukrainian attack on the Crimean Peninsula. The incident marks a deadly escalation in the region.
Ukrainian Defense Forces have reportedly struck a Russian radar station and UAV repeaters in Crimea. This action is part of ongoing military operations, with Ukraine also claiming to have shot down 114 Russian drones.
Ukraine has launched drone attacks on two oil refineries located deep within Russian territory, causing significant damage and fires. This action marks a continued effort by Ukraine to target Russian energy infrastructure.
The article recounts the Charge of the Light Brigade on October 25, 1854, during the Crimean War, highlighting how a vague order from Lord Raglan led to a devastating massacre of 113 soldiers in minutes.
A Russian soldier in Crimea reportedly opened fire on his comrades, killing one and wounding another, before also shooting and killing civilians. The soldier has since been arrested.
A Russian soldier in Sevastopol, Crimea, opened fire, killing one colleague and three civilians, and injuring four others. The incident is being investigated as a shooting rampage.
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence reports that the Kremlin is exploiting issues like prolonged blackouts, fuel shortages, and rising prices in Crimea to exert additional pressure on the local population.
Russian traveler and professional illusionist Andrei Pavlov completed an extraordinary 86-day journey, cycling approximately 12,000 kilometers from Phuket, Thailand, to his home in Crimea.
An exclusive report reveals that Puy du Fou, involved in a new £600m UK theme park, worked with an under-sanctions oligarch on plans for a Crimea resort longer than disclosed, and later courted Iran and China.
A report by Ukrainska Pravda investigates how Russia has allegedly transformed Crimea into a central hub for the abduction and processing of Ukrainian citizens.
Hamas has reportedly agreed to a draft disarmament plan for Gaza, contingent on Israel's withdrawal from the territory. This development follows President Trump's announcement of a peace deal, though Israel's full approval remains pending.
Ukraine's Security Service, in cooperation with defense forces, has struck the Yevpatoriia Aircraft Plant in temporarily occupied Crimea, along with several other targets.
Donald Trump has indicated uncertainty about providing Patriot missiles to Ukraine, a stance that comes amidst ongoing discussions about US immigration policies affecting Indian students and the launch of his 'Patriot Passport' initiative. Meanwhile, Ukraine reports a deadly Russian strike using a North Korean missile and a Russian agent's sentencing for recruitment attempts.
An overview provides five essential facts about Crimea, a strategically important and beautiful peninsula that has been central to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
An analysis suggests that Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing the strongest pressure since the start of the war, as the Russian army struggles on the front lines after spring setbacks, while Ukraine has regained significant territory and is pressuring Crimea.
Ukraine launched a massive drone attack on Moscow overnight, with the city's mayor reporting over 390 drones targeting the capital. Ukrainian forces also struck strategic facilities deep within Russia, including a fuel depot over 1,300 km from the border.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces successfully targeted and hit 18 energy nodes in occupied territories, including 14 in Crimea, over a three-day period. These strikes aim to disrupt energy infrastructure in Russian-controlled areas.
Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) reportedly attacked 18 more power substations, including 14 in temporarily occupied Crimea, as part of their "Crimean Switch Off" operation.
Russian forces launched a series of attacks across Ukraine, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries in Balakliia, a drone strike on a bus in Zaporizhzhia, and damage to energy sites and a gas station in Kharkiv. These strikes also targeted a car carrying government officials in Sloviansk and a weapons exhibition in the Kyiv region, where the death toll rose to 11.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to discuss a drone agreement and other matters, while Zelensky warned that Russian President Putin is preparing for a new mobilization of 300,000 to 500,000 people. The meeting followed a Ukrainian attack on a Russian ship reportedly carrying weapons to Iran.
An Austrian expert suggests that Ukraine is attempting to isolate temporarily occupied Crimea and create a "logistical nightmare" for Russia through drone strikes on ships and supply routes. This strategy aims to achieve outcomes similar to a ground counteroffensive.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have reportedly struck 19 Russian energy hubs over the past day, including 17 in Crimea and two in other temporarily occupied territories.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) carried out a series of successful overnight strikes on July 24, targeting oil refineries, oil pumping facilities, and a radar station in Russia and temporarily occupied Crimea.
UNESCO has added several historical and ancient sites, including the historic center of Paramaribo, an ancient city in Crimea, and Tyre in Lebanon, to its list of endangered World Heritage sites. Three Ukrainian sites also remain at risk due to ongoing conflict.
Authorities installed by Moscow in occupied Ukrainian Crimea are reintroducing public telephone booths for emergency calls, serving as an alternative to mobile communication frequently disrupted by Ukrainian attacks.
Several people have died in Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory, including Belgorod and Crimea, with the destruction of Russian energy facilities now impacting oil production in Kazakhstan.
The annexed Crimean peninsula is experiencing a worsening situation with poverty and sleepless nights, as it is increasingly targeted by Kyiv's drones and being isolated. Moscow is reportedly downplaying the severity of the crisis.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces launched attacks on 13 energy substations in Russian-occupied Crimea and other Ukrainian territories under de facto Russian control on July 21 and 22.
Ukrainian drone and missile attacks on Crimea in spring and early summer have led to a mass cancellation of guest house reservations by Russian tourists, impacting the region's tourism sector.
Twelve years after Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine, the region, once a symbol of Putin's 'new era,' is reportedly turning into a nightmare for the Russian narrative, with residents describing life as having returned to the 'Stone Age.'
Crimea's wine industry is reportedly collapsing due to severe fuel and energy crises, triggered by Ukrainian strikes aimed at isolating the annexed peninsula from mainland Russia.
The Crimean Bridge was temporarily closed to traffic overnight following reports of explosions and a suspected drone attack in occupied Yalta. Social media accounts indicated significant activity in the region.
Ukrainian drone attacks targeted Russian logistics centers, including a Wildberries warehouse storing drone components, and an oil depot in the Moscow region, resulting in at least seven deaths. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the strikes on two significant logistics facilities in Russia.
Ukraine is reportedly ramping up short-, medium-, and long-range drone production, aiming to cut off Crimea from Russia and plunge it into an energy crisis as part of efforts to bring Russia's war to a standstill.
Fires were reported in temporarily occupied Crimea following a drone attack, including near two gas stations in Dzhankoi and close to the Chongar Bridge, according to social media reports.
Ukraine was attacked by two Kh59/69 missiles and 122 long-range drones, with 101 drones intercepted. Experts state the campaign to isolate Crimea continues, with Odesa being the epicenter of the attacks.
Ukrainian National Guard drones have successfully destroyed a Russian Su-24M bomber at the Saky Airfield in Crimea. Video evidence confirms the destruction of the military aircraft.
Ukraine is reportedly targeting a narrow strait to isolate the Crimean peninsula, a strategic move compared to Russia's previous leverage over Ukraine in the same area, now turning the weapon the other way.
Ukraine has adopted a 'theory of victory' as it continues to strike energy tankers, leading to Crimea declaring a state of emergency. These Ukrainian strikes on Crimea's energy facilities have resulted in towns facing water shortages, prompting volunteer efforts to provide drinking water to residents.
Politico reports that what was once considered Putin's crowning achievement, Crimea, is now becoming a serious vulnerability, with residents being advised to stock up on emergency supplies.
Ukrainian drone attacks have closed the vital Kerch Strait, through which a quarter of Russia's grain exports pass, leading to an 'absolute crisis' in Crimea and impacting the Middle East and Africa.
The article discusses the strategic importance of Crimea for Russia, describing it as the 'golden key' to Russia's imperial ambitions and exploring what its loss would mean for President Vladimir Putin.
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin, known for his anti-war stance and criticism of Putin, was briefly detained and subsequently designated a 'foreign agent' by the state. This action follows his attempt to run for parliament after being blocked from the 2024 presidential ballot.
Ukrainian drones attacked elements of the 'energy bridge' connecting occupied Crimea with Russia's Kuban region, targeting strategic energy facilities across the Kerch Strait.
Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces have reportedly struck the Kuban-Crimea power bridge, a key electricity supply route to occupied Crimea, and 11 energy hubs in temporarily occupied territories.
All consumers in Sevastopol, located in the Russian-occupied Crimean peninsula, were left without electricity on Sunday evening, according to reports.
Crimea continues to be a significant point of contention, described as a 'thorn in Putin's side,' as it remains occupied by Russia and besieged by Ukraine. Residents are reportedly not pro-Putin but also do not want their country to lose.
Ukraine has reported drone attacks on Russian ships in the Azov Sea, claiming to have hit multiple vessels. This comes as Russia continues its strikes on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Odesa, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure.
A hotel occupied by Russian military personnel on the Crimean-controlled Arabat Spit was destroyed following a targeted drone attack.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that holding elections during wartime would 'destroy' Ukraine and claimed that Russia plans to mobilize at least 300,000 more troops after its upcoming elections. He also discussed a rift with Ukraine's dismissed defense minister Fedorov and met with US senators to discuss sanctions and ballistic missile defense.
Ukraine’s Defense Forces have confirmed the destruction of a Russian Su-24M aircraft and four pieces of airfield support equipment at the Saky airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea on August 20.
Ukraine's USF reported striking 36 Russian shadow fleet vessels in the Black and Azov Seas and 27 energy facilities, including 15 in Crimea, during August.
German authorities have discovered a weapons cache near Berlin, with prosecutors investigating a potential link to Russian intelligence services and a possible plot for attacks. This development has led to concerns about espionage and national security.
2 killed, 7 injured in drone attacks across Crimea and Donetsk: regional authorities The Star
A significant power outage reportedly occurred across temporarily occupied Crimea on the night of August 19-20.
A fire erupted at the Yevpatoria Aircraft Repair Plant in temporarily occupied Crimea after drone debris reportedly fell at the facility on the evening of August 16.
Ukraine claims to have struck an Onyx and Zircon missile launcher in occupied Crimea, releasing footage as evidence of the attack.
In 2026, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever has already caused four infections, with one fatality, marking a decade-high annual record for cases.
A former Ukrainian officer who defected to Russia has been killed in Crimea. Separately, a 32-year-old biologist was arrested in Sevastopol, Crimea, suspected of planting an explosive device in a trash can.
An explosion in occupied Sevastopol resulted in the death of a man, preliminarily identified as a former Ukrainian officer who defected to the Russian side in 2014 and handed over Ukraine's only submarine.
Ukrainian forces are reportedly attacking Wildberries trucks delivering goods to Crimea, with at least two successful strikes and one drone missing its target.
The commander of a Ukrainian drone unit, a Hungarian from Transcarpathia, explained in an interview from his underground headquarters the banal reasons why Ukraine cannot deliver harder blows to Crimea.
In temporarily occupied Feodosia, Crimea, Russians have resorted to a new tactic by covering an entire oil storage facility with nets to protect against drones.
Ukrainian military intelligence reports that Russia is exceeding its monthly production targets for various missile types and plans to significantly increase ballistic missile and drone attacks. Ukraine is calling for more international support to counter these escalating aerial threats.
The traditional Dainava region folklore festival in Druskininkai, Lithuania, garnered attention this year not only for its concerts and crafts but also for a conflict arising from the question 'Whose Crimea?', leading an artisan to claim he became unwelcome.
Satellite images have revealed the aftermath of the third strike in two months on Hvardiiske airfield in Crimea, showing damage to two UAV storage points and a fuel depot.
Crimea, a strategic and political flashpoint and center of recent military operations, holds deep emotional significance for Ukrainians, who reflect on their lasting memories of the peninsula before Russia's annexation.
A fuel and lubricants depot at the Hvardiiske military airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea caught fire on the night of August 7, following an attack.
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence reports that its Group 13 special unit destroyed a Russian Pantsir-S1 surface-to-air missile system and a military crane in occupied Crimea in early August.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and other defense units have reportedly used drones to strike two coast guard vessels operated by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) in occupied Crimea.
A Ukrainian drone strike on a beach in Crimea resulted in civilian casualties, marking a significant shift in the conflict. The incident caused chaos among beachgoers and raised concerns among Ukraine's allies.
Both Russia and Ukraine launched attacks on each other's territory last night. Ukraine appears to have again carried out drone attacks on Wildberries online store warehouses in Russia.
Ukrainian forces reportedly struck Russian deployment points and two military bridges in Kherson Oblast, along with occupation facilities in Crimea. Separately, a Lasunka ice cream warehouse was destroyed by Russian forces.
Footage shows three fuel trucks accompanied by three military vehicles in Prymorsk, on the main supply route from Russia through occupied southern Ukraine to Crimea, being targeted by the legendary drone unit "Magyar's Birds."
Ukraine launched drone attacks on multiple Russian targets, including a Wildberries warehouse in the Vladimir region and a technological university, while Russia simultaneously attacked energy infrastructure in six Ukrainian regions. These strikes resulted in casualties and widespread power outages.
Russian forces have launched multiple attacks across Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure. Missile strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people, while shelling and drone attacks in regions like Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Poltava, Kherson, and Dnipropetrovsk have caused further deaths and injuries.
Drone attacks, fuel shortages, and fear of air raid sirens are impacting the tourist season in Russia, with approximately one million trips to Crimea canceled.
Ukrainian Security Service and Defense Forces conducted strikes on an aircraft plant in Yevpatoriia, temporarily occupied Crimea, and infrastructure at Taman Port in Russia's Krasnodar region.
The Kerch Bridge was temporarily closed due to explosions in occupied Crimea, with Russia claiming to have repelled a Ukrainian drone attack on Sevastopol before traffic was restored.
Authorities in occupied Crimea reported that air defense systems were active over Sevastopol, leading to the temporary closure of the Kerch Bridge on the night of July 30-31.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met with US Senators and evangelical leaders in Washington, while former President Trump discussed three scenarios for Iran's nuclear program, including a potential massive attack. Trump also defended the Fed chair and unveiled a plan for Dulles airport, amidst ongoing discussions about global threats and regional conflicts.
The commander of the Ukrainian unit 'Magyar's Birds' announced that his forces carried out ten attacks on occupied territories in just two days, vowing that 'Moscow will fall, Crimea will be rebuilt.'
Authorities in Yalta, Crimea, have begun installing outdoor cooking areas in apartment courtyards to address the ongoing fuel and power crisis in the region.
A political analyst suggests that a weakening of Russia's positions in Crimea could potentially trigger an internal crisis within Russia. This assessment highlights the strategic importance of the region for Moscow.
An ambitious Ukrainian plan aimed at isolating Crimea is reportedly disrupting daily life on the peninsula.
The 'Magyar Birds' brigade, composed of young Ukrainian drone operators, is conducting night attacks on Russian-occupied Crimea from wheat fields, controlling missions remotely as part of Kyiv's summer offensive.
On the night of July 26, the Ukrainian Defense Forces conducted strikes on a Chornomornaftogaz facility and a ground-based relay station used for controlling combat drones in temporarily occupied Crimea.
Public channels have reported incidents of explosions and gunfire in the temporarily occupied Ukrainian cities of Melitopol, Donetsk, and Crimea.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on a private training ground near Kyiv, where a defense event was taking place, resulted in 10 deaths and approximately 100 injuries. Ukraine has launched an investigation into the deadly attack.
Payphones are being installed in occupied Crimea, with 24 communication points already established in five cities, marking a return to older communication methods.
The "supreme court" in occupied Crimea has sentenced the director of a Luhansk art school to 13 years in a penal colony on charges of "treason."
Four have been killed by Russian strikes in Ukraine, while four others died in Russia and Crimea, according to reports.
Russia has warned the US over arms deliveries to Ukraine, as Ukrainian strikes killed three people, including a child, in Russia and Moscow-annexed Crimea.
Occupied Crimea has been grappling with a growing energy crisis since late May, escalating from gasoline issues to power outages, water shortages, and supply problems. While authorities downplay the situation, residents report closed businesses, spoiled food, and improvised solutions.
A drone attack on Russian-occupied Crimea has resulted in fires at electrical substations, leading to widespread power outages across parts of the peninsula. Videos show the aftermath of the strikes.
Russian attacks have caused new power outages in five regions of Ukraine, while Ukrainian drone attacks have plunged parts of Crimea into darkness. Energy infrastructure has been significantly impacted, leading to widespread disruptions.
Ukrainian drone and missile strikes are causing significant disruption to daily life in Russian-held Crimea, leading to frustrations among residents due to power, water, and fuel shortages.
An official claims the Russian army has restored control over the R-280 highway, a key supply route to Crimea in occupied southern Ukraine, despite Kyiv's vows to isolate the peninsula.
Ukrainian drone systems and special services have reportedly paralyzed the Kerch ferry operations, a main logistics artery for Crimea, causing it to lose 75% of its capacity.
Despite Russian President Vladimir Putin's portrayal of Crimea as an impregnable Russian fortress, reports indicate that Ukraine has not abandoned its strategic plans to regain control of the peninsula.
A large-scale fire erupted at a train station in Kerch, in temporarily occupied Crimea, following a drone attack.
According to The Economist, Ukrainian strikes are increasingly making Crimea, a crucial military stronghold for Russia since 2014, more vulnerable and turning it into Russia's Achilles' heel.
Ukraine is reportedly employing a strategy to "strangle" Crimea through drone bombardments, infrastructure attacks, and psychological operations against Russian troops, forcing Russia to decide where to reinforce its defenses.
An anonymous Russian general gave a rare interview, describing a drone race and incompetence within the military, claiming that Donbas is now a greater priority for the Kremlin than Crimea.
Ukrainian Special Operations Forces have struck the Sevastopol Thermal Power Plant in Crimea, causing a blackout for Russian forces. The attack reportedly affected nearly 50% of occupied Crimea's power generation.
Parts of Crimea are experiencing power outages following Ukrainian drone attacks. Cities on the peninsula have been left without electricity due to the strikes.
Crimea, once presented by Vladimir Putin as a major geopolitical achievement and cornerstone of Russian power, is now reportedly becoming a strategic disadvantage for him.
The Crimean Bridge stands so that Russians have a way to flee Crimea, explains the strategy of the commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces, Robert 'Maďar' Brovdi.
Occupied Crimea, once a key achievement and symbol of imperial ambitions for Russian President Vladimir Putin, is now reportedly becoming his biggest problem and a critical vulnerability.
Russia is experiencing significant fuel shortages, affecting both military units in Crimea and the Kherson region, and leading to potential rationing systems and the deployment of teachers as 'wardens' at gas stations for civilians.
Despite the ongoing conflict and the region's economic struggles, tourists are still venturing to Russian-occupied Crimea, with many acknowledging the perceived danger. The region, once an economic hub, is now facing severe resource depletion.
Crimea is experiencing significant shortages of fuel, water, and power, impacting daily life for residents. Despite these critical infrastructure issues, the region continues to attract Russian tourists.
The Dzhankoi district of temporarily occupied Crimea has been without electricity for seven days, impacting residents in Dzhankoi and surrounding areas.
Gasoline prices are rapidly increasing in Russia, with a significant shock observed at gas stations in Crimea following recent Ukrainian attacks. This surge in prices is attributed to the impact of the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine is increasing its attacks on Russian-occupied Crimea, targeting logistics routes, bridges, energy infrastructure, and fuel facilities to hinder Russia's capabilities on the peninsula.
Regional authorities in annexed Crimea have declared a state of emergency as wildfires near Yalta spread rapidly following a reported Ukrainian drone strike on the peninsula.
Margarita Roit, a 32-year-old Russian woman, has been accused by Russian authorities of involvement in the murder of a high-ranking Russian officer in Crimea, a case that has garnered significant attention.
Eyewitness accounts from Russians describe scenes of chaos and disruption on Crimean beaches following recent attacks attributed to Ukraine.
Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock visited Kyiv to reaffirm Berlin's support for Ukraine, including additional financial aid and deeper defense cooperation. This visit occurred as Russia continued its attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure, while Ukraine also targeted Russian facilities.
Residents in occupied Crimea are enduring one of the most challenging summers of the war, characterized by reliance on generators, long queues, and deserted beaches. Many express uncertainty about the future, living day-to-day.
A video claims the US funded a 2014 'coup' in Ukraine and that Russia's actions in Crimea and Donbas were 'defensive,' using real facts to support unfounded conclusions while omitting Russia's military aggression.
Russian invaders have reportedly conducted two more illegal searches of Crimean Tatar homes in the temporarily occupied Crimea, according to the CRC.
Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks on Russia, targeting the Moscow region and damaging a major warehouse, while Russia retaliated with strikes on Ukrainian cities including Odesa and Sumy. The attacks resulted in injuries and significant damage to infrastructure on both sides.
The Ukrainian Navy struck launch positions and a deployment site of a Bastion coastal defence missile system in temporarily occupied Crimea on the night of 15-16 August.
A former Ukrainian submarine commander, who had defected to Russia, was killed by a bomb in Sevastopol, Crimea. Reports indicate he was assassinated by a woman, with Ukrainian officials suggesting the attack was a targeted operation.
Ukrainian forces have launched strikes on 29 energy nodes located in occupied territories and Crimea. The commander of the USF confirmed these attacks, targeting critical infrastructure.
Ukraine is intensifying drone strikes by sky and sea against Crimea, challenging Russia's long-held control over the peninsula since its 2014 seizure and disrupting daily life for civilians.
NASA's live broadcast of a solar eclipse on August 12 drew criticism after its map appeared to depict occupied Crimea as part of Russia rather than Ukraine, sparking controversy over the cartographic representation.
Occupied Crimea no longer serves as a full-fledged naval base for Russia's Black Sea Fleet, according to a Ukrainian Navy spokesperson. However, Moscow continues to utilize the peninsula for other military purposes.
Ukraine reports that Russia has effectively lost the ability to use occupied Crimea as a naval base, though airstrikes and military infrastructure remain.
Ukrainian Defense Forces reportedly destroyed 14 Russian bridges and crossings, at least seven aircraft in occupied Crimea, oil terminals, ammunition depots, and enemy fleet ships and bases in July.
A satellite has recorded flashes in a Crimean industrial zone where Russian forces are reportedly storing equipment.
In the middle of summer, the tourist-famous Crimean peninsula is experiencing severe shortages of electricity, water, and fuel, forcing residents to use bottled water for washing and community kitchens for meals.
The Crimean Platform summit is set to commence with a dinner at Prague Castle.
Ukrainian air defenses shot down 114 out of 147 Russian drones launched in an attack, while Ukraine also targeted Russian ground relay stations and a drone launch site in Crimea and occupied territories.
Explosions and a major fire were reported at the Hvardiiske military airbase in temporarily occupied Crimea on the night of August 6-7, an airbase reportedly used by Russia to launch Shahed drones.
The article explores the dual role and activities of the Balaklava Greek Infantry Battalion over its 80-year history in Crimea. Formed during the Russo-Turkish War (1768-1774), this officially recognized Greek force fought against the Ottomans as allies of Russia.
Ukraine's SBU and army reportedly struck the Khanskaya air base, 300 kilometers from the border, on August 3, destroying two elite Su-35 fighter jets, two training aircraft, and large fuel reserves, while also crippling radars in Crimea.
Russian aircraft based in temporarily occupied Crimea have significantly reduced their activity over the Black Sea in the past two weeks, potentially indicating supply difficulties for occupation forces on the peninsula.
A Ukrainian drone strike on a crowded beach in southern Russia killed at least seven people, including three children, and injured dozens more. Russian authorities accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting civilians, while Ukraine also reported its sea drones struck Russian radar systems in occupied Crimea.
Ten people, including children on a beach, were killed in attacks on tourist areas in Crimea and Russia. Separately, three people died in central Ukraine.
Latest news reports indicate a night drone attack in Crimea as part of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Parts of Crimea experienced electricity blackouts following Ukrainian attacks, leading authorities to distribute hot meals prepared outdoors to affected residents. People were seen waiting on the streets for their meals as a result of the power loss.
After several weeks of a fuel crisis, the situation in Crimea has improved regarding fuel supply, though some restrictions and problems still persist.
The war in Ukraine, marked by drone attacks and fuel shortages, has severely impacted Russian tourism, leading to a million canceled reservations for Crimea as Russians increasingly opt for Turkey.
Ukraine is accelerating the removal of Soviet monuments and re-evaluating its national identity following Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and the 2022 invasion.
Ukraine has intensified its strikes, hitting two more warehouses belonging to Russian online retailer Wildberries and a Russian electronic warfare system in Crimea. These actions come amidst ongoing conflict and reports of casualties from Russian missile strikes in Lviv.
Russian authorities have accused Telegram founder Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism and have issued an international arrest warrant for him. This move is part of Russia's ongoing crackdown on online platforms.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) have reportedly struck 10 more electricity substations in temporarily occupied territories, including six facilities in Russian-occupied Crimea, as part of the 'Crimean Switch Off' operation.
At least 56 Crimeans are reportedly being held incommunicado by Russian authorities in Detention Center No. 2 in Simferopol, with 20 separate cells used for complete isolation.
Ukrainian forces concentrated strikes on Crimea, attacking a thermal power plant in Simferopol, which resulted in a fire. Military experts suggest Russia paid a high price for poor planning.
Iryna Danylovych, a Crimean journalist and political prisoner suffering from an ear condition, is reportedly being subjected to 12 hours of loud noise daily as a form of torture in a Russian penal colony.
A series of fires have broken out across Crimea, affecting Russian military depots, a power substation, and air defense positions. Ukrainian sources reported that these incidents were caused by attacks.
Ukraine has reported successful attacks on targets in occupied Crimea and a bridge in Donetsk Oblast. These strikes indicate ongoing military operations in the regions.
Russia accused Ukraine of killing 11 civilians, including children, in a strike on a tourist camp, while Ukraine reportedly hit a Russian refinery. Both sides reported multiple casualties as intense fighting continued, particularly in the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions.
Electricity consumption in occupied Crimea reportedly fell by 42% year-over-year in the first 20 days of July 2026, and 28% compared to June, due to blackouts from Ukrainian strikes.
Satellite images reveal a worsening energy crisis in annexed Crimea, with the peninsula on the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe three months into Ukraine's campaign to disrupt its energy supply through strikes on the power grid.
New strikes in Ukraine and Russia have resulted in at least seven deaths, with three killed in Ukraine and four in Russia and annexed Crimea. Ukraine's drone attacks on southern Russia and Crimea led to two deaths and five injuries, prompting Lithuania to issue a protest note to Russia regarding attacks on Ukrainian civilians.
Public telephones have been reintroduced on the streets of the Crimean Peninsula by Russian authorities. The stated purpose is for emergencies, with officials hoping they will not be needed.
Explosions were reported across Russian-occupied Crimea as the peninsula experienced drone attacks for the second night in a row.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have struck 13 additional electrical substations in Russian-occupied territories in southern Ukraine, including 10 facilities in Crimea, as part of 'Operation Crimean Switch Off'.
Fires broke out at power substations in Yalta and Alushta in temporarily occupied Crimea following a drone attack during the night of July 22.
The Crimean human rights movement Crimean Solidarity has announced its forced cessation of operations, stating that its website and social media pages will no longer be updated after Russia designated the organization a 'foreign agent' on June 26.
Ukraine is reportedly losing the unwavering support of Poland, a crucial ally since Russia's annexation of Crimea. Despite a painful shared history, Polish public opinion is now shifting, with a majority no longer supporting their neighbor.
The annexed Crimea is experiencing catastrophic fuel shortages and an emergency regime has been declared, following Ukrainian attacks on local refineries, with President Putin reportedly acknowledging the deficiencies.
Ukraine launched drone attacks on Russian oil depots in southern Russia, causing large fires, and also struck four Russian ships and 13 electrical substations in Crimea.
War experts discuss the potential fall of Crimea, comparing it to a ripe apple, and analyze the current situation, noting that recent events, such as the deployment of Russian strategic bombers, suggest Russia does not fully control the city.
Residents in Crimea's Dzhankoy district are reportedly required to register for military service to receive a one-time compensation of 15,000 rubles for electricity and water shortages.
According to 'The Economist,' Crimea, which has been a crucial military stronghold for Russia since its annexation in 2014, is now becoming increasingly vulnerable to Ukrainian strikes.
Northern Crimea is experiencing a severe water crisis following Ukrainian attacks that halted pumping stations, leading volunteers and charities to distribute drinking water to residents.
Russian attacks on Wednesday killed at least 13 people across Ukraine, including in Zaporizhzhia, Kramatorsk, and Sumy, while Ukrainian forces struck Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea and damaged civilian ships in Mykolaiv Oblast.
Ukraine has unveiled a new 'theory of victory' as it continues to target Russian energy tankers, with 136 reportedly hit. Meanwhile, Putin has acknowledged a problem, and Crimea has declared a state of emergency following the strikes.
Ukraine has achieved a new milestone by deploying an unmanned vessel that landed an autonomous combat tracked vehicle on Russian-occupied islands in the Dnipro River, which then proceeded to destroy enemy bunkers, potentially on a large scale in Crimea.
A video showing a completely empty, recently renovated beach in Crimea has been published, drawing attention to the region's tourism situation.
Russia has claimed that Ukraine used balloons, trailers, and drones to infiltrate AI-powered attack quadcopters deep into Russian territory. Meanwhile, some reports suggest growing discontent with Putin in Russia and that Crimea, once a symbol of his power, is becoming a significant problem.
Russian occupation forces have imposed strict fuel rationing for mobile fire groups and air defense units deployed in temporarily occupied Kherson region and Crimea.
A video showing a deserted beach in Crimea during peak season went viral after a Russian woman posted it, remarking on the unusual emptiness of the newly built promenade.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) conducted strikes on nine electrical substations, a strategic power transfer point of the Kuban-Crimea bridge, a gas pumping station, and five air defense systems in Russian-occupied territories between July 12-13.
The EU has sanctioned Russian military intelligence officers and cybercriminals, while Ukraine's air defense remains a key focus for allies. This comes as Ukrainian forces report striking Russian naval vessels and radar systems.
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) will hold a hearing on September 22 regarding a case concerning ten Ukrainian children from childcare institutions in Crimea whose whereabouts have been unknown since 2014.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have struck 60 energy facilities in occupied Crimea and other occupied areas of eastern and southern Ukraine between July 1 and 10.