Especially in running text, Crimea is often referred to as the Crimea .

[sitifan]

Especially in running text, Crimea is often referred to as the Crimea .

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Crimea

What does the phrase "running text" mean?

 

[tedmc]

The name has been mentioned earlier in a text, justifying the use of the definite article.

 

[teechar]

The name has been mentioned earlier in a text, justifying the use of the definite article.

1- You've misunderstood the question, tedmc. The OP was not asking about Crimea/The Crimea.
2- That "a" in your statement is wrong! The name would have to be mentioned earlier in the same text, not in a/some text.