Bans, threats, "arrivals": how the war changed life in Crimea

 

The first "arrivals" and explosions began to be recorded in Crimea in the summer of 2022, when many witnessed strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Russian military facilities. The armed forces of Ukraine mostly confirmed their involvement in these events, with the explanation that they are trying to destroy Russian logistics that supply the southern front with military equipment and personnel through the territory of Crimea.

 

After the Armed Forces of Ukraine de-occupied a part of the Kherson region on the right bank, the front line moved significantly closer to Crimea. It became a war zone. Despite this, local Russian authorities continue to assure that they can guarantee the safety of Crimeans and that they have nothing to worry about. This is repeated by many pro-Russian bloggers who assure that Crimea is peaceful.

 

Krym.Realii found that many changes on the peninsula in the past two years have affected the lives of civilians - those who are assured of safety and peace every day.

 

Short way to diploma

 

This year, for security reasons, the format of prom nights in schools was changed in Crimea.

According to the order of the Minister of Education and Science of the Russian Government of Crimea Valentina Lavrik, the events in honor of the last bell for the graduates of the fourth, ninth and eleventh grades were held in the assembly halls of the schools under the supervision of security.

Students of other classes waited for the last bell in their classrooms.

 

Sevastopol - without state exams

 

In Sevastopol, where the most active attacks on Russian military facilities are recorded, this year they decided to cancel the single and basic state exam in schools (JEDI and ODE). In the schools in Sevastopol, they will be voluntary, Mayor Mihail Razvožaev announced.

"Enrollment in higher education institutions will be possible based on the results of the EDI and internal entrance exams for the faculty," he explained.

 

Mihail Razvožajev explained the decision to cancel the key exams by "the unsettled situation in the city".

In other regions of the Crimean peninsula, state final certification for 11th and 9th grade graduates will proceed as usual, officials said.

 

No "holy" holidays

For the first time this year, for security reasons, the May 9 victory parades were canceled in Crimea. This happened for the first time in the recent history of Crimea, where in past years May 9 was considered one of the main holidays of the year.

Russian authorities in Crimea announced the cancellation of mass events after regular "arrivals" from Russian military facilities on the peninsula. Sergey Aksenov did not hide his anxiety, expressing his belief that "the enemies will not succeed in ruining the Crimean holiday."

"We are waiting when we will be able to celebrate the holiday again in the usual way for us. We believe in our victory and we are approaching it with all our strength," said Volodymyr Konstantinov, President of the Russian Parliament of Crimea.

Mass celebrations of the anniversary of Russian annexation and Russia Day have also been canceled due to security concerns in Crimea. These dates are considered "sacred" for the Russian authorities.

 

No greetings

 

In the conditions of Russia's complete invasion of Ukraine, the use of pyrotechnics and fireworks is prohibited in Crimea. Officials are making exceptions for New Year's Eve, but are urging people to be "aware and responsible."

Russian authorities in Crimea generally call on Crimeans to "restrain" during the celebrations "out of respect" for the participants in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Last year they even threatened fines for violating the ban on active parties.

Private hotels and guesthouses are still allowed to organize entertainment for tourists.

 

The sea is for the Russian army

 

After Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops seized resorts on the western coast of Crimea. They set up trenches and firing positions on the beaches. Access to the sea is closed in the most popular former resorts: Stormove, Popovka, Molochne, Mizhvodne and others.

After that, the Crimeans were forbidden to film and show the consequences of the "arrival" at military facilities. Russian-controlled officials publicly threaten Crimeans for violating this ban and harass people who publicly post photos and videos of the "arrivals."

In Crimea, they can also be persecuted for songs and words on fences.

 

The sea is for the Russian army

 

After Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops seized resorts on the western coast of Crimea. They set up trenches and firing positions on the beaches. Access to the sea is closed in the most popular former resorts: Stormove, Popovka, Molochne, Mizhvodne and others.

After that, the Crimeans were forbidden to film and show the consequences of the "arrival" at military facilities. Russian-controlled officials publicly threaten Crimeans for violating this ban and harass people who publicly post photos and videos of the "arrivals."

In Crimea, they can also be persecuted for songs and words on fences.

 

"Arrival" insurance

 

Against the background of frequent attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on military facilities in Russia and Crimea, insuring apartments against terrorist attacks and sabotage is becoming popular. This is due to the fact that drone attacks on Russian facilities are often interpreted by Russian courts as acts of terrorism.

"In the background of recent events, Crimeans are increasingly showing interest in insurance against terrorist attacks and sabotage. Today there is an opportunity to protect your life, vehicle, apartment or house from a terrorist act or UAV attack in Crimea. Payments under this policy will amount to one million rubles," the Telegram channel "Emergency/Crimea" writes.

The Russian authorities in Crimea want to ask Ukraine for compensation for damage caused by rocket attacks on Russian military facilities on the peninsula and sabotage. Volodymyr Konstantinov announced the calculation of compensation and the preparation of a corresponding lawsuit.

The list of restrictions in Crimea due to military operations can be supplemented.