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STRONG APPROVAL

Most Russians Support Annexation of Crimea – Poll

The majority of respondents also said they did not see the action as illegal.

Russia to Withdraw Troops From Ukraine Border, Crimea

The buildup had raised alarms in the West of renewed clashes in eastern Ukraine.

'temporarily dangerous'

Russia Blocks Flights Over Black Sea, Crimea Amid Military Drills

The notice comes amid high tensions between Moscow and the West over Russia’s military buildup and renewed clashes in eastern Ukraine.

Russia to Close Parts of Black Sea for 6 Months

The move was swiftly condemned by Ukraine and the EU.

blocked vessels

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Shutting Off Black Sea Access, Harassing Ships

Ukraine claims that Russia will close parts of the Black Sea toward the Kerch Strait, which connects southern Russia to annexed Crimea.

Crimea, Expecting Tourist Surge After Turkey Ban, Sees Rising Covid-19 Cases

New coronavirus cases on the Black Sea peninsula have nearly doubled in recent days as authorities anticipate a tourist influx.

opinion Mark Galeotti

Crimea Endures, Neither Hellhole Nor Paragon

Crimea seems to be neither a shining beacon nor a slough of despond, disappointing both Moscow and its critics.

CRIMEA FOR RUSSIANS

New Crimean Land Law Banning Foreign Ownership Comes Into Force

Most of those affected are Ukrainians who were not born or registered on the annexed peninsula.

Russia Jails Elderly Crimean Woman for 12 Years in Ukraine Spy Trial

The woman was accused of sharing information about the Russian Black Sea Fleet’s aviation regiment with Ukraine.

point of tension

G7 Says It Will Not Recognize Russia's 'Occupation' of Crimea

The group of leading nations called on Russia "to respect its international obligations" on the seventh anniversary of its annexation of Crimea.

Pro-Ukranian Activist from Crimea Gets 5 Years on Terrorism Charges

Oleg Prikhodko, an opponent of Russia’s annexation of Crimea, denies being part of any terrorist group.

Biden Says U.S. Will 'Never' Accept 'Aggressive' Russia's Crimea Annexation

Biden's statement marked the seventh anniversary of the Russian invasion of the peninsula.

Anti-transparency

Russia Considers Crimea Sanctions Dodge – RBC

New law would offer anonymity to businesses that invest on the peninsula to minimize risk of being sanctioned.

rights violations

Kiev Case vs. Moscow on Crimea 'Partly Admissible' – Europe Court

The European Court of Human Rights added that it was not ruling on whether the annexation of Crimea itself was illegal.

lengthy sentences

Russia Imprisons 3 Crimean Tatars for Extremism, Plotting to ‘Seize Power’

The Memorial human rights group has recognized the defendants as political prisoners.

Turkey Backs Crimea’s Return to Ukraine – FM

Turkey and Ukraine get "friendly" over the question of Crimea amid a deepening rift with Russia.

foreign presence

First Diplomatic Mission to Open in Crimea Since Annexation – TASS

The honorary consulate will belong to the Central American nation of Nicaragua.

resurgent outbreak

Crimea Races to Recruit Doctors as Coronavirus Cases Double

New daily cases in August are two to three times higher than the peninsula’s reported cases in June.

'extremist' opinion

Russia Seeks 10-Year Jail Terms for Calls to Cede Territory Under New Constitution

Observers view the new law as a warning to those who question Russia’s annexation of Crimea.

PRIME SANCTIONS

U.S. Fines Amazon for Crimea Orders

Technology giant found to have breached sanctions against operating on the annexed peninsula.

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