The Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar people

The Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People | Representing Crimean Tatars before Ukrainian authorities and international organizations since 1991

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Another horrible night in Kyiv.

[Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський @ZelenskyyUa]

The response to the aftermath of Russia’s attack is still ongoing in Kyiv: first responders are clearing the rubble, searching for people, and providing assistance. Damage has been reported at more than 20 sites across the city, most of them ordinary residential buildings. There was also damage to an ambulance station, a research institute, a hotel, and businesses.

As of now, we know that, tragically, 13 people were killed in this Russian strike. My condolences to their families and loved ones. More than 90 others were injured. Everyone who needs help is receiving all necessary assistance. Five people were wounded in the Kharkiv region, including a child, and two more in the Kyiv region, where civilian infrastructure was also targeted. Overnight, Russia also struck the Sumy, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Cherkasy regions.

In total, Russia launched more than 70 missiles of various types against Ukraine overnight, nearly half of them ballistic missiles, along with almost 500 attack drones, including jet-powered “shaheds.” The main strike was directed at Kyiv. Our air defenders managed to shoot down a significant number of the incoming targets, but not all of them.

Air defense supplies for Ukraine are an absolute and critical priority. Contributions to the PURL program remain essential – they directly help save lives. Every bilateral agreement we reach with our partners on air defense truly makes a difference. I am grateful to every leader who is helping.

It is especially important that we move forward with implementing our agreements on the production of anti-ballistic capabilities. We also very much count on a decision by the United States regarding licenses for Patriots and other forms of cooperation. These are the kinds of steps that can stop this war and prevent attacks like this. I thank everyone who stands with Ukraine, with our people, and with our efforts to protect life.

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Despite Russia's occupation and persecution of the Mejlis, the Qurultay remains the legitimate voice of the Crimean Tatar people.

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Thirty-five years ago, on June 26–30, 1991, the Second Qurultay of the Crimean Tatar People convened in Simferopol after a 74-year interruption caused by Soviet repression.
Photo credits: Petro Khlebovych

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The Second Qurultay adopted the Declaration on the National Sovereignty of the Crimean Tatar People, approved the sky-blue flag with the golden tamğa and the anthem “Ant Etkenmen,” and laid the foundations of modern Crimean Tatar national life.

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The “foreign agent” designation is yet another attempt to silence those who defend human rights and expose repression in occupied Crimea.

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Russia’s Ministry of Justice has designated the Crimean Tatar human rights movement “Crimean Solidarity” as a so-called “foreign agent.”
The movement has become one of the latest targets of Russia’s ongoing campaign against independent voices and civic activism in occupied Crimea

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Founded in 2016, Crimean Solidarity has documented politically motivated persecutions, supported political prisoners and their families, and become a vital source of information about human rights violations in occupied Crimea.

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About 500 people took part in the celebration, including representatives of state institutions, diplomats, military personnel, civil society, artists, volunteers, partners, and guests.
Thank you to everyone who joined us.
Credits:
@qirim_news @DessGov

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On June 26, the National Museum of Folk Architecture and Life of Ukraine marked Crimean Tatar National Flag Day — Qırımtatar milliy bayrağı künü.

A key moment of the celebration was the ceremonial laying of the foundation for the future exhibition “Crimean Tatar Homestead.”

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A strategy aimed at isolating Crimea is already undermining Russia’s ability to sustain its occupation. As military and logistical pressure grows, Chubarov believes the conditions are being created for Russia to withdraw its forces from Crimea.

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Despite fuel shortages, economic difficulties, and growing concerns caused by Ukrainian strikes on Russian military targets, many Crimean Tatars and Ukrainians in Crimea remain steadfast.
Credits: @qirim_news

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According to the Chairman of the @QTMMinfo @dogrujol hundreds of thousands of Crimean Tatars and ethnic Ukrainians continue to wait for Ukraine’s return.

“We are ready to endure hardships, as long as what has begun ends with the liberation of Crimea”.

[QHA - Kırım Haber Ajansı @qha_kirimhaber]

Mustafa Abdülcemil Kırımoğlu: Tek umut Kırım’ı işgalden kurtarmak

https://t.co/6ZfLpao3eC

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Particular attention was given to expanding educational opportunities through Turkish scholarship programs, supporting academic research on Crimean Tatar history and culture, and strengthening historical and cultural ties between Türkiye and the Crimean Tatar community.

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During a visit to Ankara, Mustafa Dzhemilev, leader of the Crimean Tatar people and Member of the Ukrainian Parliament, held meetings with Turkish officials to discuss occupied Crimea, the situation of Crimean Tatars, and future cooperation in education and culture.

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Dzhemilev also met with @haditurus , President of @yurtdisiturkler

They discussed the situation of Crimean Tatars under Russian occupation and opportunities for new initiatives supporting Crimean Tatar youth.