Fire breaks out in occupied Sevastopol bay following drone attack
A Russian Tor air defense system may have been destroyed in occupied Sevastopol, with other reported attacks targeting eight regions in Russia.
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Ukrainian sea drone downs Russian helicopter in historic first (video)
Ukrainian intelligence reports first-ever aerial target destruction by a naval drone during a Black Sea engagement with a Russian helicopters.
Russian occupation transforms Crimea’s demographics with 35% population replacement over ten years, says expert
Russian authorities have orchestrated a massive demographic shift in occupied Crimea, bringing in one million new residents while forcing out native populations through systematic repression. The peninsula has also seen 20,000 residents conscripted into Russian forces since 2022, with hundreds facing conviction for refusing service.
Bellingcat: Russia likely supplies stolen Ukrainian grain to Yemeni Houthis
The scheme not only undermines Ukraine's economy but also weaponizes food aid to strengthen diplomatic ties with actors who control territory where millions face severe food insecurity.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine has no strength to recapture Crimea and Donbas
In an online interaction with Le Parisien readers on 18 December, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine…
Russia not immune in Ukrainian arbitration case, rules US federal judge
11 Ukrainian gas retailers secured a favorable ruling in a DC court to enforce $34 million arbitration award against Russia following a dispute related to Moscow's Crimea invasion.
Storm claims third Russian vessel near occupied Crimea as Greenpeace urges action over oil spill
A floating crane has become the third Russian vessel to sink near occupied Crimea today, after two tankers.
Two Russian tankers sink near Kerch strait amid storm (video)
Two Russian Volganeft tankers, carrying mazut fuel are sinking near the Kerch Strait in occupied Crimea after being damaged by a sea storm, with one of 27 crew members dead and four missing.
Map without Crimea: Ukraine demands apology from FIFA
The football federation showed Ukraine's map without Crimea
Dutch court confirms $ 5 billion award to Naftogaz for Russian-seized Crimean assets
Dutch Supreme Court upheld previous court decisions confirming Russia's obligation to compensate Naftogaz for illegally seized Crimean assets.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 1020: Ukraine’s “Sea Baby” marine drones damage Russian helicopters near Crimea
Meanwhile, Russian forces have captured 235 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory in Donetsk Oblast within a week.
Crimean Tatar leader says Russia must face justice for war crimes in Ukraine on genocide victims commemoration day
Refat Chubarov demands stronger international measures to hold Russia accountable for atrocities in Ukraine.
Over 10,000 human rights violations documented in occupied Crimea since 2017
From 2017 to 2024, 10,018 human rights violations have been recorded in Crimea, with nearly 7,000 involving Crimean Tatars, as Russia continues its crackdown on dissent.
Russia blocks traffic on Kerch Bridge amid reports of drone activity
Early morning blasts near Zatoka shipyard in Russian-occupied Kerch prompted the temporary closure of the bridge connecting Russia to occupied Crimea.
Ukrainian missile strikes deep into occupied Crimea sowing “panic” among Russians – war analyst says
By bombarding Crimean bases with a diverse missile arsenal, Ukrainian forces aim to create vulnerabilities in Russian air defense deployments across the 800-mile front.
Ukraine’s intelligence hit three more radars in Russian occupied Crimea
In a follow-up to a previous day's operation, Ukraine's military intelligence hit multiple radar systems valued at millions of dollars.
Ukraine’s Main Intelligence destroys Russian radar Podlet in occupied Crimea for $ 5 mn
A strategic Russian radar station capable of guiding S-300 and S-400 systems costs $5 million.
Women in Crimea face growing persecution under Russian occupation, human rights defenders say
At least 26 women have faced criminal prosecution under Russian occupation, with dozens more subjected to administrative pressure.
It’s not 1,000 days of Russia’s war. It’s 3,925 — and Western risk aversion is setting up the next thousand
Every Western compromise with Russia since 2014 led to more aggression. Those pushing for settlement now are inviting the next escalation.
How Russia is wiping out Ukraine’s UNESCO Heritage
The systematic demolition of Ukrainian cultural landmarks, from medieval cathedrals to ancient Greek ruins, forms part of a broader strategy to erase national identity through cultural warfare.