Why is June 26 the Day of the Crimean Tatar Flag?

June 24, 2025

Every year on June 26, Ukraine marks the Day of the Crimean Tatar Flag, an important date for all those who support the struggle for freedom and rights of the indigenous people of Ukraine.

During the full-scale war waged by Russia against Ukraine, Crimean Tatars, along with all Ukrainians, are defending our land. That is why it is important that as many citizens as possible know about the significance of this date.

What does the Crimean Tatar flag symbolize? Why is it celebrated on June 26? When did they start marking this holiday?

The answers to these questions are in the infographic of the Crimean Tatar Resource Center, prepared in the framework of the #LIBERATECRIMEA campaign.