He said Apple initially sought to portray Crimea as belonging to no one, which was unacceptable to Russia. The chairman said Apple provided Russia with visual proof of the changes. ADThe change, which shows no international border between Russia and Crimea, applies on Apple apps inside Russia. In Crimea, the Apple apps show the region as part of Russia. Apple’s decision might protect its market in Russia, with its 146 million population, but could cost it support in Ukraine.

Source: Washington Post November 28, 2019 17:50 UTC