Putin Fires Blame at Ukraine Over Blasted Kerch Bridge
What’s Happening on the Frontier?
In a fluorescent‑bright video that went viral on the Kremlin’s Telegram channel, Vladimir Putin didn’t mince words: he says Ukraine whipped a “terrorist attack” on a crucial bridge that links Russian mainland to Crimea. The bridge, which powers the supply line into southern Ukraine and keeps the Black Sea fleet in Sevastopol humming, was hit by a blast on Saturday, leaving the authorities shouting at a “big ol’ explosion” and a “fire” across the Kerch Strait.
Putin’s Statement (and a Bite of Irony)
“There’s no doubt—this is a terrorist act aimed at destroying key civilian infrastructure.” The official commentary was thin, but thick on accusations. He blasted it as a plot “devised, carried out, and ordered by the Ukrainian special services.”
Medvedev Calls for a “Dramatic Response”
Before the Security Council’s meeting on Monday, Dmitry Medvedev the Deputy Chairman, urged Russia to “kill the terrorists” responsible for the attack. Aieee! The world’s new favorite recipe: direct retaliation = back on the grid. He said, “Russia can only react to this crime by directly killing terrorists, as is customary elsewhere in the world. This is what Russian citizens expect.”
Unflappable Ukraine’s Reaction (or Lack Thereof)
- Several Ukrainian officials posted “gleeful” memes, developing that war‑machines can celebrate blows to their enemies.
- No official claim of responsibility has emerged; the mystery continues.
The Bridge: A Symbol & a Supply Line
The Kerch Bridge is no ordinary concrete piece of engineering. When Putin’s first annexation of Crimea happened in 2014, the bridge became a symbol of that bold move. All the while, it has served as a lifeline for the Russian Black Sea fleet in Sevastopol, pumping supplies, men, and fire (in a very literal sense) into the front.
Russia’s Growing Pressures
With a string of battlefield defeats rolling in, Russia is feeling the heat. Along this sudden fire rush, a nuclear threat rears its teeth on Vladimir’s lips. “Anything that hits Russia could provoke a nuclear answer,” he warned repeatedly to the West. If this is a clue, it’s like a cosmic vacation reminder: “We’re not just fighting; we’re on the edge.”
Putin Meets Alexander Bastrykin
On Sunday, Vladimir met Alexander Bastrykin, head of Russia’s Investigative Committee. Bastrykin handed over findings from a meticulous four‑angle inquiry about the vehicle that exploded and the resulting blaze on the bridge. Picture a forensic thriller with a very short “protocol report” at the end.
Bottom Line
All eyes are now on the Security Council’s motion for a calculated response, while the bridge and its long‑lasting symbolic significance keep the tension in the perilously salted air. In the world where words are as lethal as artillery, who knows what the next blow will be? Let’s hold our breath, keep it light, and see how the next chapter unfolds.
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What Happened to the Crimea Bridge?
A Wild Ride Across the Region
Bastrykin shared a video on the Kremlin’s Telegram channel, revealing that the ferry‑powered bridge that links Crimea to Russia’s mainland had been a real traveling mule. It trekked over Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, North Ossetia and even Russia’s Krasnodar region before finally filing a parade on the spot.
He ruffled the feathers of Ukrainian special forces, saying that “citizens of Russia and foreign countries” had helped them get their weaponry in just for fun.
Missiles, Drones, and a Messy Aftermath
Military analyst Oleksandr Kovalenko, who runs the Information Resistance website, warns that the guys in Russia may get a bit more aggressive now that the bridge exploded.
- More missile attacks on border towns such as Sumy and Chernihiv.
- Potential use of Iranian‑made Shahed‑136 drones to shoot far deeper into Ukrainian territory.
Images show a chunk of the roadway gone “poof,” yet rail services and part of the road traffic somehow keep tick‑ting along – like a stubborn car that refuses to stop.
How Many People Made the Trip?
The Russian transport ministry, quoting RIA news agency, reported that about 1,500 people and 162 heavy cargo shipments crossed the Kerch Strait by ferry since the explosion.
Back From the Future
President Putin held a big bash in 2018 to unveil the 19‑km (12‑mile) bridge, a testament to Russia’s love for grand entrances. Meanwhile, the defence ministry says that “fully supplying” forces in southern Ukraine is still possible through existing land and sea routes, as if the whole operation’s still in the passenger phase.
Fresh attack on Zaporizhzhias
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Zaporizhzhia In the Crosshairs: Overnight Shelling Leaves Devastation
The city of Zaporizhzhia woke up to shattered windows and broken dreams when a barrage of rocket fire slammed into an apartment building at dawn. Governor Oleksandr Starukh reported injuries on Monday, adding that this marks the third major strike in the region in just four days.
What Went Down?
- Sunday’s attack saw at least 12 missiles launched by Russian aircraft, taking a nine‑storey apartment block apart.
- The assault later swallowed five other residential buildings, leaving a gaping hole where homes once stood.
- In the chaos, 13 people lost their lives and a whopping 87 individuals — 10 of whom were children — were injured.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy blasted the strike as “absolute evil,” describing it as a “deliberate hit” that targeted civilians knowingly.
Front‑Line Response
Emergency crews and firefighters scrambled to the scene, cordoning off the collapsed structure and combing the soot‑laden rubble for survivors and casualties. The central section of the building, once a proud nine‑storey tower, now lies in ruins.
Why the Heat?
- A Russian‑installed official, Vladimir Rogov, disputes the narrative, claiming the shelling was merely for “propaganda purposes.”
- Remember, Zaporizhzhia sits just 52 km from a Russian‑held nuclear plant—an irony that adds a toxic layer to the situation.
Contradictory Claims
Russia maintains it never targets civilians, a stance that stands in stark contrast to the Ukrainian officials’ grim reports on the ground.
Quick Take
- Three major attacks in four days.
- Over 100 victims—the majority are civilians with a heavy toll on children.
- A broken nine‑storey building and five other homes are left in the dust.
- Key political players keep saying one thing or the other, but the rubble tells the real story.
US to continue arming Ukraine
The White House Says It’s Keeping Ukraine Armed
The brief reply came after a lot of chatter around the globe – all while the conflict in eastern Europe keeps heating up.
