Ukrainian strikes on Russian supply routes in the south of the country are taking on a systematic character. According to an analysis by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), published by RBC-Ukraine, a series of attacks on critical infrastructure is creating a domino effect that could significantly hinder the Russian military's preparation for new offensive operations.
Chain Reaction on Logistics Routes
Over the past week, six bridges and key highways connecting the occupied Kherson region with Crimea have been hit by the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU). Analysts note that Ukrainian forces are intensifying their medium-range strike campaign, undermining Russia's ability to safely use logistics corridors from the southwest of Russia to the peninsula.
Experts predict that continuing this tactic will have a cascading impact on the battlefield situation. Disrupting logistics chains not only limits supplies but also creates serious problems for the enemy's planning of offensive actions.
Fuel Shortages and Problems for the Occupation Authority
The consequences of strikes on infrastructure are already being felt on the ground. Russian occupation authorities are experiencing significant difficulties in ensuring fuel supplies, especially in Sevastopol. According to ISW, the gasoline shortage in Crimea is a direct result of attacks on energy and logistics infrastructure.
The situation is exacerbated by the fact that the Ukrainian Defense Forces appear to have achieved a tactical advantage in the use of drones. This allows them not only to disrupt logistics but also to increase enemy losses against the backdrop of declining mobilization efficiency in Russia.
Chronology of Destruction: From the Chonhar Bridge to the Arabat Spit
A key event in this campaign was the strike on the Chonhar Bridge. The crossing was first attacked on Sunday, June 7. Although traffic was restored in a reversible mode, a repeat drone attack on June 9 paralyzed traffic again. Subsequently, occupation authorities recommended using alternative routes through Armenian and Perekop.
According to the Center for Strategic Communications and Information Resistance (CPD), the Chonhar Bridge was completely destroyed after a series of strikes.
The situation escalated on the morning of June 10, when traffic was blocked on the bridge between Heniichesk and the Arabat Spit. This became the second major crossing to stop working in recent days.
Explosions in Crimea and Damage to Entrances
On the night of June 11, powerful explosions rocked Crimea. Telegram channels and eyewitnesses reported fires in Simferopol and Sevastopol. In addition, information about damage to bridges on land entrances to the peninsula has been confirmed, which threatens the stability of Russia's logistical links with Crimea.