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Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) successfully attacked the Kerch bridge in Crimea with underwater explosives, damaging its supports and marking the third such strike since the invasion began, emphasizing Ukraine's ongoing efforts to target key Russian infrastructure and challenge Moscow's control over Crimea.
The Kerch Bridge connecting Crimea to Russia was reopened after Ukraine reportedly carried out an underwater explosion damaging its supports, with subsequent reports of additional attacks and bridge closures amid ongoing Ukraine-Russia tensions and peace negotiations.
Ukraine has launched a large-scale drone attack on Russian-controlled Crimea, with Russia's Defense Ministry reporting the downing of 41 Ukrainian drones over the peninsula and the Sea of Azov. This marks the largest reported drone attack on Russian-controlled territory in months. The Kerch Bridge, connecting Crimea with mainland Russia, was closed following the attack, and explosions were reported in the city of Kerch. Ukrainian authorities have not claimed responsibility for the attack, and Russia has retaliated with anti-aircraft missile launches.
A powerful storm in the Black Sea region has destroyed Russia-installed barriers meant to protect the Kerch Bridge and Sevastopol bay, according to OSINT researchers. The storm, dubbed the 'storm of the century', caused blizzard-like conditions, record snowfall, power outages, and traffic accidents in Ukraine, Romania, Moldova, Bulgaria, and Serbia. Over 2 million people were left without power, and at least ten people, including children, have died in Ukraine. Ukrainian intelligence believes the barriers were intended to guard against drone attacks. Another storm is expected in the region this weekend.
Russia has closed the Kerch bridge, which connects the country to Crimea, after Ukrainian naval drones and a cruise missile targeted a shipyard in Sevastopol, damaging two Russian warships. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that Ukraine fired 10 cruise missiles and targeted the Black Sea Fleet with three seaborne drones. The strikes come as Ukraine continues its counteroffensive to reclaim occupied territory. While Ukraine has not directly claimed responsibility, the commander of Ukraine's air force hinted at involvement. The Kerch Strait Bridge, a key supply route for Russia's forces, has been frequently targeted and was closed to traffic after the attack. The closures are impacting Moscow's ability to move resources and defend against Ukraine's counteroffensive.
Russia is sinking old ships to create a protective barrier for the Kerch Bridge to Crimea in order to defend against Ukraine's naval drones. However, experts believe that this barrier may not be effective against smaller drone boats. Ukraine's fleet of waterborne drones has been targeting Russian assets in the Black Sea, causing damage to ships and supply lines. The sinking of ships is seen as a response to these attacks, but it may not be a sufficient solution to protect the bridge.
Ukraine claims that Russia is sinking its own ferries in the Kerch Strait to create a protective barrier for the Kerch Bridge against Ukrainian sea-drone attacks. The plan reportedly involves sinking at least six ferries and installing boom barriers between them. However, experts argue that this tactic may not be effective against small and agile sea drones. Russia has been increasing its defenses in response to Ukrainian sea-drone attacks, which have caused damage to large warships.
Russia claims to have shot down 20 Ukrainian drones targeting Crimea, but videos online suggest that the Russian governor's comments were inaccurate. Smoke was seen coming from the Kerch bridge, contradicting claims of no damage. Ukrainian forces achieved partial success in offensive operations near Robotyne, hitting Russian forces with cluster munitions. Russia labels Ukrainian drone attacks as terrorism while justifying its own drone attacks as self-defense, highlighting their hypocrisy.
Russia claims to have shot down Ukrainian missiles over the Kerch Bridge, a key infrastructure connecting Russia and Crimea. The bridge holds strategic importance for Russian President Vladimir Putin, as it solidifies Russia's control over Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate, with both sides engaging in attacks and counterattacks.
Ukraine has granted CNN exclusive access to its secret military base where sea drones are tested. These naval drones, never before shown to journalists, are proving to be a vital tool for Ukraine in countering Russian forces in the Black Sea and Crimea. Weighing up to 1,000 kilograms with an explosive payload of up to 300 kilograms, these sea drones have been involved in recent attacks on Russian assets, including the Kerch Bridge. The drones' speed and difficulty in detection make them a formidable threat, and Ukraine claims that it will take Russia years to effectively counter this technology.
Ukraine has unveiled a new sea drone designed to attack ships in Russia's Black Sea Fleet. The remotely controlled drone is packed with explosives and can hit targets up to 500 miles away. It has been successful in limiting the Russian Navy's movements and was used to strike the Kerch Bridge, a key supply route between Russia and Crimea. The developer claims that the drone's speed and advanced capabilities make it superior to Russia's equipment, which is from the 20th century. The exact number of drones produced by Ukraine remains undisclosed.
The head of Ukraine's military intelligence, Krylo Budanov, stated in an interview that Ukrainian forces will soon enter Crimea, the peninsula seized by Russia in 2014. However, no specific timeframe or details were provided. Ukrainian Security Service head Vasyl Malyuk confirmed that Kyiv was behind a blast targeting the Kerch Bridge, a symbol of Russian occupation. While regaining Crimea is a war aim for Ukraine, Budanov has a history of making optimistic claims about Ukrainian gains. Reports of Ukrainian advances towards Crimea have emerged, with fighting intensifying in the south of the country. However, military analysts express concerns about the sustainability of these advances and the ability to make an operational breakthrough.
Ukraine's Security Service has claimed responsibility for the explosion that damaged the Kerch Bridge linking the Russian-occupied Crimea Peninsula with Russia in October 2022, leaving three people dead. The head of the Ukrainian Security Service, Vasyl Malyuk, stated on national television that the attack was one of their actions. A recent attack on the bridge last week, which caused further damage, was not attributed to any specific group. The bridge holds significant importance for Russia as a key supply route and a symbol of its control over Crimea.
A drone attack on an ammunition depot in Crimea has led to civilian evacuations and disrupted transport, with Russian authorities blaming Ukraine for the attack. The Russian-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksyonov, said local residents within five kilometers of the blast were being evacuated, and rail services across the Kerch bridge have been halted. The bridge, which connects Russia and Crimea, is an important re-supply route for Russian forces in southern Ukraine. This is the second major incident on the bridge in the past year, with the Kremlin blaming Kyiv for both attacks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that the bridge is a legitimate target.
A drone attack on an ammunition depot in Crimea prompted the evacuation of residents within a five-kilometer radius and a temporary closure of the Kerch Bridge connecting the peninsula to Russia. The regional governor blamed the attack on a Ukrainian drone, but there was no immediate comment from Kyiv. The bridge, a vital logistics link for Russian forces and a popular tourist route, has been targeted twice since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Russia accuses Ukraine of carrying out the attacks, while Ukrainian President Zelenskiy considers the bridge a legitimate military target. Security concerns in Crimea have led to warnings against posting images of critical infrastructure online.