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Recently, US President Donald Trump proposed formal recognition of Crimea as Russian territory, potentially reversing America’s long-standing opposition to the annexation.

About Crimea

• Crimea is an autonomous republic situated in southern Ukraine, located between the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov.
• The Crimean Peninsula is connected to mainland Ukraine through the Perekop Isthmus, a narrow 8 km land strip, and separated from the Sea of Azov by the Arabat Spit; Kerch Strait connects it to Russia via the Crimean Bridge.
• Historically called the Tauric Peninsula, Crimea has witnessed multiple invasions and empires, including the Ottomans and Russians, vying for its control.
• The Crimean Mountains, especially Ai-Petri, dominate the southern landscape, while small rivers like Salhir and Alma traverse the region.
• The Kerch Peninsula in the east contains iron ore, mud volcanoes, and mineral springs, fostering a spa and mining industry; the Kerch Bridge connects it to Russia.
• The city of Simferopol serves as the administrative capital, while Sevastopol, a deep-water port, is the base of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet.

Crimea FAQs

Q1. Where is Crimea located?
Ans. Crimea is a peninsula located in the Black Sea, formerly part of Ukraine, now controlled by Russia.

Q2. Why is Crimea geopolitically important?
Ans. Crimea holds strategic value due to its naval base at Sevastopol, providing access to the Black Sea and Mediterranean.

Source: IE