Russia admits loss of Chongar Bridge span after Ukrainian strikes

Russia admits loss of Chongar Bridge span after Ukrainian strikes
Russia admits loss of Chongar Bridge span after Ukrainian strikes

Russian media have acknowledged that the road bridge across the Chongar, which connected the occupied part of Kherson region with Crimea, is no longer functioning. According to sources, following a series of strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the structure lost an entire span, making its further operation impossible.

Confirmation of destruction via satellite imagery

Information about the state of the crossing was confirmed by high-resolution satellite images distributed by Russian media. The photos clearly show the destroyed section of the bridge. In comments to the materials, Russians emphasise that despite a decrease in media activity, strikes by enemy suicide drones on the "Novorossiya" highway and Crimea's logistics routes have not ceased.

«Зруйнований проліт Чонгарського мосту між Кримом та Херсонською областю на супутниковому знімку високої роздільної здатності, опублікованому противником. Попри зниження медійної активності, удари дронів-камікадзе противника по трасі "Новороссия" та логістиці Криму не припиняються» (The destroyed span of the Chongar Bridge between Crimea and Kherson region in a high-resolution satellite image published by the enemy. Despite the decrease in media activity, strikes by enemy suicide drones on the "Novorossiya" highway and Crimea's logistics have not ceased), – as noted by Russians.

Organisation of detours and new construction works

Despite the loss of the main crossing, the occupiers claim that road connectivity has not been affected. To ensure passage, an embankment located near the destroyed bridge is being used, and traffic has been directed onto it.

Meanwhile, work is already underway in the Chongar area to create another crossing. Satellite images that have appeared online show objects of transport infrastructure being built next to the damaged bridge.

Risks for Russian logistics

As noted by Russian media, the route through Kherson region towards Crimea remains dangerous for Russian logistics chains. The "Novorossiya" highway and associated logistics routes in Crimea continue to suffer strikes from suicide drones.

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