Crimean Bridge suffers structural degradation after Ukrainian army strikes
Crimean Bridge (photo: Getty Images)
The Crimean Bridge needs urgent repairs. The structures are degrading after the strikes by the Ukrainian armed forces, state the partisans from the ATESH movement.
According to the partisans, the bridge's structural elements are degrading, leading to the crumbling of its individual parts.
“The attitude to its condition is becoming more and more neglectful, no one pays proper attention to it anymore. It is also worth noting that the number of air defense systems in Crimea continues to decrease, which makes the bridge even more vulnerable,” the partisans write.
Crimean Bridge damaged (photo: ATESH)
Crimean Bridge damaged (photo: ATESH)
Crimean Bridge damaged (photo: ATESH)
Situation in the area of the Crimean Bridge
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have repeatedly struck the bridge, causing serious damage and temporarily impeding its use. The strikes were aimed not only at damaging the bridge, but also at undermining confidence in Russia's ability to protect its infrastructure.
According to the Institute for the Study of War, if the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy the Crimean bridge, Russia's ability to maintain its occupation of the peninsula will be reduced.
On June 8, British intelligence reported that the Russians were moving their barges to protect the Crimean bridge.
