Russian-held Crimea has suspended children’s summer camps and broader tourist activities until September 1, the peninsula’s governor announced Monday.
The decision marks a significant escalation in the disruption of the region’s seasonal economy, driven by a severe fuel shortage stemming from Ukrainian military strikes on local infrastructure.
The suspension effectively ends the peak summer season for the annexed territory, which relies heavily on tourism revenue.
The governor cited the inability to guarantee fuel supplies for transport and essential services as the primary reason for the halt.
This move follows a total ban on organized children's vacation groups imposed earlier in the summer by Kremlin-backed authorities.
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has previously issued stark warnings to tourists regarding the security situation on the peninsula, effectively declaring the end of the summer beach season amid a fresh wave of military operations.