A powerful blast struck the Kerch Bridge, the key link between Russia and Crimea, disrupting traffic early Tuesday morning. This bridge, vital for transporting military supplies to Russian forces, has now faced its third explosion. Underwater explosives were detonated near the bridge’s pillars, causing damage.
Ukraine’s security service (SBU) confirmed on Telegram that the explosion happened at 4:44 AM, targeting the bridge pillars. CNN reports that around 1,100 kilograms of explosives were used underwater. Though exact damage details are still unclear, traffic was temporarily stopped but later resumed by evening.
Russia began building this strategic bridge after annexing Crimea in 2014. President Vladimir Putin officially opened it in 2018. The bridge, costing roughly $3.7 billion, plays a crucial role in moving military gear and food supplies for Russian troops fighting in Ukraine.
Ukraine claims that damaging this bridge seriously disrupts Russia’s supply line for its military operations. This incident raises more questions about how the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict might evolve next.
