Black Sea
A reporter remembers Odessa as a place of humor, not violence
For many, it’s hard to imagine the violence playing out now in Odessa — the charming port city on the Black Sea is known for its literature, arts, and perhaps above all else, humor. It’s especially hard for The World’s reporter Jason Margolis.For many, it’s hard to imagine the violence playing out now in Odessa — the charming port city on the Black Sea is known for its literature, arts, and perhaps above all else, humor. It’s especially hard for The World’s reporter Jason Margolis.
Here’s why Russia won’t let go of Crimea
Russia’s military moves since the fall of Ukraine’s government last week seem to signal one thing. Russia is not prepared to lose the Crimea. And the reason is pretty straightforward, if you look at history.Russia’s military moves since the fall of Ukraine’s government last week seem to signal one thing. Russia is not prepared to lose the Crimea. And the reason is pretty straightforward, if you look at history.
Mystery troops blockade airports in the Crimean region of Ukraine
Troops wearing Russian style uniforms, in Russian style trucks have occupied the entrances to two airports in the Crimean region of Ukraine. All insignia has been removed from their uniforms and vehicles. Reporter Jacob Resneck went to speak with the men at the checkpoints.
Sochi has a long and difficult past, including a little-known genocide
Islamic militants have threatened to disrupt the Sochi Olympics in part because they claim the Games are taking place on former Muslim lands. Local Muslim tribes were ethnically cleansed by the Russians in the 19th century. And that’s just one small piece of Sochi’s history.
