Ukraine intensifies attacks on Crimea to raise cost of Russian occupation
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says strikes on oil facilities part of ‘long-range sanctions’ intended to isolate the territory
TL;DR
- Ukraine is increasing strikes on Crimea to isolate it from mainland Russia.
- Russian-installed authorities suspended civilian fuel sales and cancelled public events due to the attacks.
- Ukrainian strikes have targeted transport routes, including the Kerch Bridge and Novorossiya highway.
- President Zelenskyy described the attacks on oil facilities as 'long-range sanctions' against Russia.
- The disruptions have led to fuel queues, cancelled tourist bookings, and a decline in Crimea's economy.
- Pro-war Telegram channels suggest Ukraine will intensify efforts to target the Kerch Bridge.