«24 Krim (Crimea 24)» is a Russian state-controlled television channel broadcasting news and information programs focused on the Crimean Peninsula. It was launched in 2014 following Russia's annexation of Crimea from Ukraine. The channel's programming consists primarily of news bulletins, talk shows, and documentaries, with a strong emphasis on promoting the Russian narrative about the annexation of Crimea and its integration into Russia.
«24 Krim (Crimea 24)» is part of the broader Russian media landscape that is used to disseminate pro-Kremlin propaganda and control the information environment in Russia and its occupied territories. The channel's content is often highly biased, featuring selective reporting, biased commentary, and the suppression of dissenting voices.
The channel broadcasts from Simferopol, the capital of Crimea. It is available via cable and satellite television in Crimea and Russia. Its content is also available online through its website and social media platforms.
Due to its association with the Russian government and its pro-Kremlin stance, «24 Krim (Crimea 24)» is considered to be a propaganda outlet by many observers. The channel has been criticized for its biased reporting, its promotion of the Russian narrative about the annexation of Crimea, and its suppression of dissenting voices.