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Crimea: Ten years under Russian control
Feb 6, 2024
Crimea: Ten years under Russian control. Guests Nick Sturdee, a journalist and Russia specialist, and Maria Tomak, head of the Crimea Platform, discuss the experiences of people living in Crimea, the imprisonment of citizen journalists, and the challenges faced under Russian control.
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- Crimea's annexation by Russia in 2014 has resulted in a complex situation with a mix of Russian and Ukrainian population, and the persecution of Crimean Tartars by Russian forces.
- Citizen journalists in Crimea face imprisonment and mistreatment for speaking out against the Russian government, with harsh conditions in prison and limited access to the outside world.
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Russian occupation of Crimea and its significance
The podcast discusses the Russian occupation of Crimea, highlighting its significance as a disputed territory. In 2014, Russia covertly annexed Crimea by sending troops to the region, denying their involvement. However, most countries do not recognize Crimea as part of Russia, as it was originally part of Ukraine. President Putin considers Crimea sacred land due to its historical and cultural importance for Russia. Additionally, Crimea houses Russia's Black Sea Fleet, making it strategically valuable. The occupation has led to a war situation in Crimea, with a majority of Russian-speaking population but also ethnic Ukrainians and Crimean Tartars. The Tartars have faced hostility from Russian forces since the annexation.
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