On June 3, 2025, Ukraine reported that it had struck the Kerch Strait Bridge, connecting Crimea to mainland Russia, for the third time, underscoring the ongoing tensions and strategic complexities in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Ukraine Successfully Strikes Crimea Bridge for the Third Time
Ukraine Successfully Strikes Crimea Bridge for the Third Time
Ukrainian forces have claimed a successful strike on the strategic Kerch Strait Bridge, a critical supply route for Russia, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
The Security Service of Ukraine stated that the latest strike, executed early in the morning, involved detonating an explosive device that inflicted severe damage on the bridge's underwater support pillars. Although the full extent of the damage is yet to be verified, the bridge's condition has reportedly been deemed "emergency." This operation follows a series of previous attacks on the bridge, which is not only vital for military logistics but also holds symbolic importance for Russia. Following the successful strike on the bridge, traffic was briefly halted, indicating the ongoing vulnerability of key infrastructure under the continuous threat of escalated military actions.
In a statement, the S.B.U. claimed that 1,100 kg of TNT was used, ensuring there were no civilian casualties in the process. Shortly after the strike, the Russian state news agency confirmed the bridge was closed temporarily but reopened a few hours later. The Kerch Strait Bridge has been under assault since a notable attack in October 2022, where a truck bomb caused significant damage, leading to ongoing repairs and enhancements in security from Russian forces. The heightened tension suggests that both Russian and Ukrainian forces are adapting their strategies in a conflict that shows no immediate signs of abating.
In a statement, the S.B.U. claimed that 1,100 kg of TNT was used, ensuring there were no civilian casualties in the process. Shortly after the strike, the Russian state news agency confirmed the bridge was closed temporarily but reopened a few hours later. The Kerch Strait Bridge has been under assault since a notable attack in October 2022, where a truck bomb caused significant damage, leading to ongoing repairs and enhancements in security from Russian forces. The heightened tension suggests that both Russian and Ukrainian forces are adapting their strategies in a conflict that shows no immediate signs of abating.
