Crimea Declares Emergency Over Ukrainian Aerial Attacks

Authorities in Russian-annexed Crimea declared an emergency situation to address the impact of rising Ukrainian aerial attacks on the peninsula. The declaration seeks to coordinate local response efforts and reduce disruption caused by the strikes.

Officials stated that the emergency status will allow faster allocation of resources and personnel to affected areas. The measure follows a reported increase in the frequency of attacks targeting infrastructure and military sites.

has been under Russian control since 2014, when Moscow annexed the peninsula from Ukraine. Ukrainian forces have conducted multiple strikes on the region in recent months, according to statements from both sides.