Russian-occupied Crimea

Russian-occupied Crimea was targeted in an overnight drone attack, with a fire reported near the Gvardeyskoye military airfield and possible strikes around Sevastopol’s Balaklava Thermal Power Plant, according to Krymsky Veter.

Ukraine has escalated its campaign in Russian-occupied Crimea by targeting the power grid with FP-2 drones, causing widespread blackouts. Russia is struggling to restore electricity to tens of thousands affected by the attacks.

In Russian-occupied Crimea, Ukrainian drone strikes have caused severe fuel shortages and gasoline prices up to $5.85 per liter, with rationing and cash-only payments in effect. Similar shortages occur in mainland Russia, but prices remain lower than in Crimea.

Multiple electrical substations in Russian-occupied Crimea caught fire after overnight blasts, including those in Bilohirsk, Maryanivka, and Staryi Krym. Satellite data suggests the attacks are part of a broader campaign targeting energy and logistics networks supporting Moscow’s military presence.

A Ukrainian oligarch, Vadym Yermolaiev, was injured in a blast in Monaco. He was sanctioned by Ukraine for allegedly doing business in Russian-occupied Crimea. Two other people, including a 13-year-old, were also injured.

Vadym Yermolaiev was injured in a blast in Monaco. He was sanctioned by Ukraine for allegedly conducting business in Russian-occupied Crimea. Two other people, including a 13-year-old, were also injured.

Ukrainian strikes on supply routes to Russian-occupied Crimea are disrupting fuel deliveries, transport links, and tourism, increasing economic pressure on the peninsula. Commentators argue the campaign weakens Russia’s southern front, could strengthen Ukraine’s position in future negotiations, and highlights Crimea’s strategic importance to President Vladimir Putin’s political legitimacy.

Ukraine is conducting a logistical squeeze on Russian-occupied Crimea. A satellite image shows an oil depot in Kerch, Crimea, ablaze following an attack described by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Russian-occupied Crimea has halted civilian fuel sales following Ukrainian strikes on energy and transport infrastructure. Kremlin-installed officials in Crimea reserved fuel for state services to maintain 'life support and security' amid reported attacks on supply routes, including near Kerch.

Sevastopol in Russian-occupied Crimea temporarily halted petrol rationing coupon use due to supply disruptions caused by Ukrainian strikes on logistics routes. Priority fuel access is being given to emergency and public services, with new coupons to be issued, amid broader fuel shortages and intensified Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian infrastructure.

Food shortages are worsening in Russian-occupied Crimea, with stores limiting purchases of staples due to logistical disruptions. Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation reported the shortages, which coincide with a fuel crisis as Ukrainian strikes on key transport routes strain Russia’s ability to supply the peninsula.

Ukraine's military intelligence claims two Russian warships were attacked in Sevastopol Bay, located in Russian-occupied Crimea. The reported strike occurred in a strategically significant area under Russian control.