The Day of Resistance to Occupation of Crimea and Sevastopol is observed in Ukraine every February 26. Established by President Volodymyr Zelensky in February 2020 during the Age of Crimea forum, this day commemorates the courage of Crimeans who protested against the Russian annexation of Crimea in 2014. The date marks significant events, including the entry of Russian troops into Crimea and protests in Simferopol, which resulted in clashes between pro-Russian and pro-Ukrainian groups. The day serves to emphasize the importance of Crimea's return to Ukraine as a national objective and a commitment to justice and international law. It highlights the ongoing struggle against the annexation, which is regarded by Ukraine and many other countries as a temporary occupation.