Kiev is determined to destroy Russia’s Crimean Bridge by the end of the year, according to Kirill Budanov, head of Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate. Plans are already in motion, including long-range strikes, to dismantle this strategic link between Crimea and mainland Russia. The aim is to disrupt Russian military logistics, as senior Ukrainian officials argue the bridge’s importance to Russia’s defense.
Despite several failed attempts, the bridge has only sustained minor damage in the past, with casualties reported. Recently, US-provided missiles aimed at the bridge were intercepted by Russian forces. Moscow has criticized Western weapon deliveries to Ukraine, claiming they exacerbate the conflict. Russian officials suggest that Kiev’s increased sabotage efforts are a response to battlefield setbacks.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Kiev of aggression, citing attacks on border territories, energy infrastructure, and the Crimean Bridge. As tensions continue to rise, the fate of this crucial link remains uncertain as Ukraine remains resolute in its efforts to dismantle it.