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The destruction of bridges remains a pivotal strategy in Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian occupation. Recent operations have focused on dismantling critical transport links, such as the bridge over the Teteriv River in Korostyshiv, severely affecting local traffic. Military strikes have targeted bridges including the railway crossings in occupied Crimea, to disrupt enemy logistical routes, reinforcing the strategic advantage for Ukraine. Episodes like the collapse of the bridge in Zaporizhzhia exemplify the tactical advantage sought in isolation of combat zones. These efforts, documented extensively in satellite images and videos, underpin a deliberate tactic to hinder the occupiers' military capabilities.

How are bridge destructions impacting military operations in Ukraine?

Bridge destructions are significantly affecting military operations by disrupting enemy supply lines and limiting logistical capabilities. By targeting key infrastructures, Ukraine weakens the operational readiness of Russian forces, making troop movements and supply routes more challenging for the invaders.

What strategic advantages does bridge demolition provide in conflict zones?

By demolishing bridges, military forces can effectively cut off enemy access to critical regions, slowing down reinforcements and supplies. This tactic helps to isolate combat zones, thus granting strategic military dominance and control over movement within the territory.

What are the implications for civilian infrastructures following bridge collapses?

The destruction of bridges impacts civilian life by disrupting transportation and logistics, leading to increased travel times and potential supply shortages. Emergency crossings or alternative routes must be implemented to mitigate these disruptions and ensure safety and access are maintained.

How does bridge destruction affect regional security and civilian safety?

Regional security can be both enhanced and challenged as a result of bridge destruction. While it can secure areas from hostile advancements, it also poses risks to civilians due to isolation, hindering immediate evacuation and emergency response efforts.

What role do drones play in the destruction of bridges in conflict areas?

Drones significantly enhance the strategic execution of bridge destruction by delivering precise strikes and advanced reconnaissance capabilities. They allow for real-time targeting with minimal risk to personnel, thus enabling effective neutralization of enemy logistics without direct engagement.

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A bridge on the Mariupol–Donetsk road has been destroyed in the occupied Donetsk region Bridge on Mariupol–Donetsk road, which was crucial for occupying army’s logistics, has been destroyed, - Andriushchenko. PHOTO In the temporarily occupied territory of Donetsk Oblast, on the night of 1 July, a bridge near Kremenivka on the Mariupol–Donetsk road – which was of vital importance for the logistics of Russian troops – was completely destroyed. 3 982 5 Previously in trend: Enemy losses

A bridge has collapsed in Korostyshiv In Korostyshiv, part of bridge over Teteriv River has collapsed: traffic in town has been blocked. PHOTO In Korostyshiv, in the Zhytomyr region, the pedestrian section of the main bridge over the Teteriv River has collapsed, leaving the town with disrupted transport links. The bridge has been completely closed to traffic, and emergency services are working at the scene 3 252 11 Previously in trend: Bridge collapse in Korostyshiv

Satellite imagery shows the railway bridge in occupied Crimea destroyed by the Special Operations Forces Destroyed railway bridge across North Crimean Canal in occupied Crimea after SOF strike. SATELLITE PHOTOS The first satellite evidence of a successful special operation by the Ukrainian military in the temporarily occupied Crimea has appeared online. Journalists have published images showing the destruction of a strategic railway bridge across the North Crimean Canal, which was struck by Special... 9 239 10 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Strikes on Russian logistics

Special Operations Forces have disabled a railway bridge in temporarily occupied Crimea Special Operations Forces (SOF) have shown footage of destruction of railway bridge across North Crimean Canal. PHOTO Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces have released footage showing the destruction of a railway bridge spanning the North Crimean Canal near Rozdolne in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 9 323 11 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Strikes on Russian logistics

Armiansk AFU strike bridge and convoy of 50 ruscist trucks in Armiansk in occupied Crimea. VIDEO&PHOTOS Fighters of the 1st Separate Assault Regiment named after Dmytro Kotsiubailo, the 475th Separate Assault Regiment CODE 9.2, and the Special Operations Center "Alpha" of the Security Service of Ukraine struck a bridge and nearly 50 trucks of Russian troops carrying ammunition and fuel in... 23 984 39 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea

Satellite images show damage to Chonhar Bridge Chonhar Bridge after AFU strikes: damage and pontoon crossing recorded. SATELLITE PHOTOS A satellite has recorded dark strike marks in the central part of the Chonhar Bridge, which connects the temporarily occupied territory of the Kherson region with Crimea. 11 282 36 Previously in trend: Strikes on Russian logistics

Russia has mined the bridge over the Kosheva River in Kherson Russians have mined bridge over Kosheva River in Kherson. PHOTO In Kherson, Russian occupiers have booby-trapped a road bridge over the Kosheva River. 4 929 0 Previously in trend: Mining Kherson

Construction of a bridge in Bukovina Abuse in "Great Construction" project in Bukovyna: official was notified of suspicion, with losses exceeding UAH 2.5 million. PHOTO Under the procedural guidance of prosecutors from the Chernivtsi Regional Prosecutor's Office, the deputy head of the Infrastructure Restoration and Development Service in the Chernivtsi region has been notified of suspicion. He is accused of abuse of office, which led to serious consequences. 1 130 4 Previously in trend: Corruption in Ukraine

Bridge in Kremenchuk after shelling Damage to bridge across Dnipro River in Kremenchuk: traffic is impossible. Trains will run on changed route. PHOTO A bridge over the Dnipro River in Kremenchuk, Poltava region, was damaged as a result of a nighttime enemy strike. 11 893 71 Previously in trend: Attack of drones on Poltava region

Bridge collapsed in Zakarpattia Bridge collapse on state highway in Zakarpattia – National Police. PHOTO A bridge collapsed in Zakarpattia on the state highway Nyzhni Vorota – Uzhok, between the settlements of Pidpolozzia and Zhdeniievo. 10 843 62 Previously in trend: Bridge collapse in Zakarpattia

bridge explosion Russian Federation Bridges collapsed onto trains in Bryansk and Kursk regions of Russia. Local authorities say they were blown up. Seven people were killed and dozens injured. PHOTOS A bridge collapsed in the Bryansk region of Russia at night, and the structure and a truck fell on a Klimov-Moscow passenger train that was passing under the bridge at the time. 17 613 62 Previously in trend: Railway accident in Russia

persons involved in the bridge fraud At least UAH 153 million embezzled from Kyiv city budget during construction of Podilskyi Bridge – SSU. PHOTO The Security Service and the BES documented new facts of embezzlement from the Kyiv city budget. According to the case, the offenders embezzled at least UAH 153 million, which were intended for the construction of the Podilskyi Bridge over the Dnipro River. 2 488 19

міст, вибух Explosion occurred on railway bridge in Samara region of Russian Federation - Russian media. VIDEO+PHOTOS On the afternoon of Saturday, 28 September, an explosion occurred on a railway bridge near the Russian city of Kinel. Traffic on the bridge was temporarily suspended. 13 209 27

Зруйновано Дмитрівський міст між Покровськом та Мирноградом Ruscists destroy bridge between Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad. PHOTO The Russian invaders destroyed the Dmytrivskyi Bridge, which connected Pokrovsk with Myrnohrad. 9 020 19

переправа Russians build fifth pontoon crossing over Seym in Kursk region - media. SATELLITE PHOTOS The Russian army has built another pontoon crossing over the Seym River in the Kursk region. 15 098 42

Обвал Повітрофлотського моста Part of Povitroflotskyi overpass bridge collapsed in Kyiv - KCSA. VIDEO+PHOTOS The collapse of fragments of the pedestrian part of the Povitroflotskyi overpass bridge onto the tram line has blocked traffic. 15 672 71

міст,дегтярівський Beams collapse during installation of Dehtyarivskyi overpass in Kyiv. VIDEO&PHOTOS An emergency occurred in Kyiv on Oleksandr Dovzhenko Street during the reconstruction of the Dehtyarivskyi overpass, when beams collapsed during installation. 31 628 186

міст,інгулець Within framework of UNITED24 initiative, 16 bridges have already been rebuilt in Ukraine. PHOTOS In Ukraine, 16 bridges have already been rebuilt thanks to donors as part of the UNITED24 initiative. 1 662 4

чонгар Traitor Rogov reported new arrivals along Chonhar bridge. VIDEO Traitor Volodymyr Rogov reported new arrivals over the Chonhar bridge on the border between the Kherson region and the temporarily occupied Crimea. 26 821 78

закарпаття,міст Bridge over Teresva River collapsed in Transcarpathia while cars are driving. PHOTO A section of a transport bridge over the Teresva River on the Mukachevo-Rohatyn highway collapsed in the Transcarpathian region, within the village of Bedevlya in Tyachiv district. 18 001 51

міст,франківськ A pedestrian bridge collapsed in Ivano-Frankivsk due to bad weather, - mayor. PHOTO In Ivano-Frankivsk, a pedestrian bridge over Bystrytsia Solotvynska River collapsed due to a sharp rise in water levels. 11 251 21

сестриватовський Bridges on Chongar were not blown up because of sabotage group of Russian Federation or wires damaged by mortar, - soldier Sestryvatovsky, who could not activate explosives. VIDEO For more than a year, the investigation has not yet questioned the main witness to the events at Chonhar, even though the criminal proceedings were registered in April 2022. His name is also unknown to the general public. 47 135 473

схеми Russians built pontoon crossing after attack on Chonhar Bridge. PHOTOS The Russian invaders built a pontoon crossing under the Chonhar Bridge. 13 393 48 Previously in trend: War

чонгар Russian occupiers said that Armed Forces hit Chonhar bridge in Crimea, traffic on it is closed. PHOTOS Explosions were heard in the occupied Crimea, near Chonhar. 46 435 145 Previously in trend: War

міст,підірваний View of bridges blown up by Russians from space. PHOTOS MAXAR showed satellite images of bridges that were blown up by Russians during the retreat in Kherson region. 17 209 73 Previously in trend: War

міст Occupiers blew up Antoniv bridge. PHOTOS The Russian invaders, fleeing to the left bank of the Dnipro, blew up the Antoniv bridge. 40 515 152 Previously in trend: War

міст Russians blew up bridge over Krasna River in Luhansk region, - Haidai. PHOTOS Russian occupiers blew up a bridge over the Krasna River near Krasnorichenskyi and another one near Kreminna in Luhansk region. 13 806 47 Previously in trend: War

міст Consequences of rocket attacks on pedestrian bridge in center of Kyiv. PHOTOS The pedestrian and bicycle bridge over Volodymyrskyi Uzviz in the center of Kyiv was damaged by today’s rocket attacks on Kyiv. 20 047 25 Previously in trend: War

крим,кримський,міст There is powerful fire on Crimean Bridge. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS There is a powerful fire on the railway branch of the Crimean bridge. 109 510 410 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

міст,дар'ївський Armed Forces destroyed Russian pontoon bridge across Inhulets. PHOTOS The Planet Labs satellite recorded the destroyed pontoon bridge near the village of Dariivka, Kherson region, which was used by the Russian invaders to cross the Inhulets River. 5 596 7 Previously in trend: War

херсонщина,переправа,знищена,понтонна Destroyed pontoon crossing of Russian army in Kherson region. PHOTO The Ukrainian military destroyed a pontoon crossing set up by the Russian occupiers near the village of Dariivka in the Kherson region. 23 119 47 Previously in trend: War

каховка,нова,міст AFU destroyed road bridge in Nova Kakhovka: satellite image was published. PHOTOS The railway bridge did not collapse, but was badly damaged. 20 688 63 Previously in trend: War

переправа AFU hit enemy crossing near Nova Kakhovka, - Bratchuk. PHOTO The Ukrainian Armed Forces hit an enemy crossing near Nova Kakhovka in the Kherson region. 50 832 32 Previously in trend: War

херсон,переправа,міст,антонівський Ukrainian Armed Forces fired on pontoon crossing in occupied Kherson. PHOTO On the evening of August 29, the Ukrainian Armed Forces fired on a pontoon crossing built by the Russians under the Antonov Bridge in occupied Kherson. 58 150 78 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

міст,антонівський Antoniv Bridge in Kherson after attack on August 26. PHOTOS На знімку Антонівського мосту видно нові пошкодження після удару 26 серпня. 37 030 156 Previously in trend: War

херсон,міст,антонівський AFU hit the Antonivsky bridge in Kherson. There is a fire, - Social media. ФОТО On the evening of August 7, AFU soldiers struck the Antonivsky bridge in Kherson. 44 117 71 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

соболевський Russian occupants are laying pontoons instead of the Antoniv bridge.. PHOTOS Russian invaders began installing a pontoon crossing after AFU struck Antoniv bridge in Kherson. 36 814 104 Previously in trend: War

соболевський Rashists are trying to restore damaged bridges in occupied Kherson region, - Sobolevskyi. PHOTO Russian invaders in the occupied Kherson region are trying to repair bridges as quickly as possible. 21 624 101 Previously in trend: War

міст,антонівський,дар'ївський Armed Forces hit Daryiv bridge across Ingulets in Kherson region with surgical precision, - Khlan.VIDEO. INFOGRAPHICS On the morning of July 23, the defenders of Ukraine attacked the Daryiv bridge across Ingulets. 38 214 54 Previously in trend: War

область,міст,курська Bridge in Kursk region collapsed because of "sabotage", - governor. PHOTOS Investigative bodies in Russia opened a case because of the "sabotage" that resulted in the collapse of a bridge with railway tracks in the Kursk region 40 729 107

лиман,міст Railroad bridge across Siversky Donets was blown up by Ukrainian fighters together with carriages. VIDEO Ukrainian fighters struck the Lyman-Raigorodok railway bridge across the Siversky Donets. 59 281 65 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

ссо,міст,мелітополь Our soldiers blew up railway bridge near Melitopol, which was used to carry equipment and ammunition from Crimea - SOF. PHOTO SOF soldiers destroyed an important infrastructure facility behind enemy lines in Southern Ukraine and slowed the supply of enemy units in the Crimean direction. 29 939 55 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

бородянка In Borodyanka built temporary crossing, - Kubrakov. PHOTO Road workers in Kyiv region are working to restore traffic on a number of destroyed crossings. 7 385 0

ссо,війна Special operations forces blew up bridge with enemy vehicles heading for Izyum. PHOTOS An armored vehicle "Tiger", a Kamaz, and three Urals were moving to strengthen the group of occupiers in the Kharkiv region. But they could not reach their destination. 59 161 63 Previously in trend: War

міст Troops of Russian Federation blew up bridge over river Sejm from Putivl to Sumy, - Zhyvytsky. PHOTO Russian troops blew up a bridge from Putivl to Sumy. 29 112 28 Previously in trend: War

Two bus stops to be set up in Stanytsia Luhanska. PHOTOS Two bus stops to be set up in Stanytsia Luhanska. PHOTOS A temporary bypass bridge was opened in the village of Stanytsia Luhanska in Luhansk region, eastern Ukraine, which is a link between Russia-occupied Donbas with the rest of Ukraine. 9 616 112 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

31 mines found near destroyed bridge in Stanytsia Luhanska. PHOTO 31 mines found near destroyed bridge in Stanytsia Luhanska. PHOTO Mine clearance work will be underway between August 1 and August 10, 2019, in areas close to the destroyed road bridge over the Siverskyi Donets River in Stanytsia Luhanska. 2 633 3

Bridge connecting occupied Khrustalnyi and Luhansk demolished in supposed powerful explosion. PHOTOS Bridge connecting occupied Khrustalnyi and Luhansk demolished in supposed powerful explosion. PHOTOS A bridge in Ivanivka – the village located in the part of the Luhansk region which is temporarily not controlled by the Ukrainian government - was blown up on the night of May 21. The destroyed bridge was a part of the shortest route between the cities of Khrustalnyi (formerly Krasnyi Luch) and Luhansk. 49 445 178 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

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