By sky and sea, Ukraine's drone strikes challenge Russia's grip on Crimea

Source: NPR World 2 hours ago

Russia maintained an iron grip on Crimea since seizing it from Ukraine in 2014. Many Russian civilians go there to enjoy the beaches. But now Ukraine is hitting Crimea hard, upending daily life.

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Source: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/13/nx-s1-5904418/ukraine-crimea-russia-drone-strikes

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