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Crimea

Crimea is an Eastern European peninsula in the Black Sea, controlled by Russia de facto but claimed by Ukraine de jure. Known as a major flashpoint since Russia's 2014 annexation, hosting key Russian naval and air assets and serving as a strategic hub for Black Sea military operations. Recently, Crimea has sustained intensifying Ukrainian drone and missile strikes targeting Russian airbases, naval facilities, and energy infrastructure. Last updated Jul 5th, 2026

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