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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 2d

It is 😔 people died...

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 2d

A building in my neighborhood in Kyiv has been damaged this night... I can't find words

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 3d

Tomorrow at 7 PM, I'll be at Skautský Institut in Prague 🇨🇿 to discuss Crimea – the current situation and our history.

We'll also screen Rooted, a documentary about Ukraine's national communities filmed by Post Bellum Ukraine.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 5d

Every few years I do a photoshoot to see myself through someone else’s eyes. I’ve changed since the last one, and it feels like time to update my profile pic too. Don’t lose me in your feed :)

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 8d

October 6 - Pardubice
October 7 - Brno
October 8 - České Budějovice
October 9 - Prague
October 10 - Liberec

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 8d

The Post Bellum Czech team and I will be visiting several cities in the Czech Republic 🇨🇿 on October 6–10, presenting a documentary 'Rooted' about Ukraine's ethnic minorities and the indigenous #CrimeanTatar people.

I will be happy to see you there!

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 8d

Human rights defenders claim that given the mass arrests, closed court proceedings, restricted access to legal counsel, and reported use of torture, the validity of such accusations is highly questionable

This is an unlawful deprivation of liberty, qualifying it as a WAR CRIME.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 8d

I still can't comprehend how someone can be tried for treason by a country they're not a legal citizen of? Unfortunately, this absurdity is normal for russians.

In January-June 2025, occupiers detained 24 people from #Crimea for 'treason'. It's a go-to charge to imprison anyone disliked.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Mar 25

Nothing is left of these landscapes today — the village where the movie was filmed was looted after the deportation of the Crimean Tatars in 1944. I often rewatch scenes from the film to enjoy the Crimean landscapes I never had the chance to see.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 9d

In March, I had written a letter to the Crimean political prisoner Remzi Bekirov, wishing him a happy Ramadan. Thanks to the human rights organization ZMINA, I've finally received a response from him. It was so kind and positive! I hope one day we will all finally return home.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · 24d

In 5 hours at 18:30 Kyiv time, @ricktheukrainian.bsky.social and I will meet to weave ghillie suits for the Ukrainian military in the volunteer community Kitty Pechersk ❤️

Join the stream 👇🏻
www.youtube.com/live/ipBwMCg...

Ukraine. Day 1303 (September 18th 2025) Making masking nets with Lina

YouTube video by Rick The Ukrainian

www.youtube.com

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Aug 23

Thank you ❤️

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Aug 23

The Ukrainian flag flies high over a country whose core values are freedom and dignity. I love just looking at it 💙💛

The photo was taken in Crimea and published today by the Mission of the President of Ukraine in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea

Happy Ukrainian Flag Day!

#UkrainianView

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Aug 22

Last week I attended a seminar with the Youth of European Nationalities in Denmark. It was incredible to connect with minorities from across Europe and share my experience from Crimea. Absolutely love finding people who are truly open to understanding my Crimean Tatars ❤️

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Aug 19

Today is Appaz's birthday. He should have been celebrating it with friends and family, enjoying his youth. But since 2022 he has been in a russian prison on fabricated charges...

We are waiting for Appaz's return! May he celebrate his next birthday at home 🫂❤️

Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jun 16

Appaz Kurtamet, the youngest #Crimean political prisoner, is unlawfully held by russia. At just 19, he was abducted and sentenced to 7 years. He is 22 now.

He refused to betray Ukraine. His story needs your attention — be his voice.

#FreeAppazKurtamet

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ricktheukrainian.bsky.social @ricktheukrainian.bsky.social · Aug 9

$6565.03 we raised on 4 streams during the week of July 21st - 27th! Look for the detailed report in the thread. On the photo I'm with ‪Georgijs from @ukrainematters.bsky.social and @linafromcrimea.bsky.social. We're at the protest on July 24th.

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ricktheukrainian.bsky.social @ricktheukrainian.bsky.social · Aug 14

$6042.71 we raised on 5 streams during the week of July 28th - August 3rd! Look for the detailed report in the thread. On the photo I'm with Tone Ottesen, @linafromcrimea.bsky.social and Andreas Lach.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Aug 6

I don't consider myself creative, but when I have something to say about Crimea through visual elements, I create some art

This collage reflects my memory of it: what was once a warm homeland is now a military base 💔

Join the auction via the link 👇

www.myminiauction.com/rickrollersa...

Collage with a text on it in Russian language: Green Men. Result: War.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 30

Looks like I'm gonna sleep today in a bomb shelter. Thank you, russia, for giving me a chance to explore the neighbourhood...

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 25

It's okay :) I know it's pretty easy to be confused because of russia's representation of Crimea on the internet.

Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 25

I'd recommend not using the building from the second photo as a symbol of Crimea

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Nov 29

The Swallow’s Nest, often seen as a symbol of Crimea, has little to do with its history or indigenous people. Built in 19 century they appeared in Crimea only after its annexation by the Russian Empire in 1783, it reflects russian colonization and Crimea’s perception as just a resort.

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 15

Тоді скину, як буде) але поки виглядає, що не дуже скоро

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 15

It'll be in Ukrainian

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 15

Today I was invited to record a podcast episode about #Crimea, #CrimeanTatar identity, and my work in a Ukrainian-Crimean Tatar literary project.

I was delighted and truly enjoyed participating there. Let's be the voice of Crimea on all available platforms! 🩵💛

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Lina from Crimea @linafromcrimea.bsky.social · Jul 14

Life in #Crimea under occupation: the FSB abducted a #CrimeanTatar Khatidzhe Buyukhchan (24 y.o.) in May.

They accused her of preparing a terrorist attack and ordered her family to remain silent about it!

Later russians made her to "confess" on camera, presumably after threats and torture

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